2005 Saab 9-3 2.0L Petrol · AR05 DCO
2005 Saab 9-3 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 13 May 2005. Recorded mileage 124,650 miles. MOT expired on 01 Feb 2023.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-3
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Norwich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Feb 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 124,650 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AR05 DCO Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/02/2022
- 124,650 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AR05 DCO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Saab 9-3 (AR05 DCO) between February 2022 and February 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 February 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
AR05 DCO Mileage History
- 02/02/2022124,650 mi
- 02/02/2022124,650 mi
Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Saab Saab 9-3 NG
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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SAAB 9-3 Model Intelligence & Reliability
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Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2005 model year cars.
- CIM (Column Integration Module) FailureSerious
The module in the steering column fails, leading to key non-recognition or stability control errors.
- Rear Suspension "Rose Bush" WearModerate
The outer bushings on the rear trailing arms wear out, causing the rear wheels to "steer" the car.
- Soft-Top Hydraulic LeaksModerate
The hydraulic lines for the convertible roof can chafe and leak, eventually preventing roof operation.
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