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YX55 UHW

2005 Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid 8V

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,333 mi
Last recorded82,333 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2011
Typical for 2005 Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid 8V104,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX55 UHW
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Linear Sport Tid 8V
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2011 82,333 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2010 79,466 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 71,238 miles

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

SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S OF STEERING RACK (UNDER GAITOR)

SMALL BUCKLE IN O/S/F WHEEL

Pass 3 Sep 2008 57,322 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 54,870 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid 8V?

Based on 1,328 MOT tests across 193 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
9,151
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
193
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 90
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 40
coil spring broken 38
position lamp(s) not working 30
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 26
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YX55 UHW is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid 8V in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid 8V models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 104,231 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid 8V fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YX55 UHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid 8V typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid 8V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YX55 UHW registered?

YX55 UHW is a 2005 Saab 9-3 Linear Sport Tid 8V, first registered on 8 September 2005.

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