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VX05 YVP

2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

55,214 mi
Last recorded55,214 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a73,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 YVP
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2022 55,214 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 54,842 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 54,589 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 54,426 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 54,426 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 54,080 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 48,909 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 52,884 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 51,871 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 50,982 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 49,408 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 49,408 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 26 Jul 2012 47,221 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 47,221 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 44,184 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 38,254 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 38,279 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 May 2009 31,387 miles

Nearside Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 27 May 2008 25,356 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a?

Based on 2,274 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
4,822
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 42
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 39
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 28
position lamp(s) not working 24
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VX05 YVP is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 73,090 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX05 YVP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX05 YVP registered?

VX05 YVP is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp S-a, first registered on 30 April 2005.

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The MOT history for VX05 YVP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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