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2005 Saab 9-3 2.0L Petrol · KP05 DWZ

KP05 DWZ

2005 Saab 9-3 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 11 May 2005. Recorded mileage 180,196 miles. MOT expired on 02 Sept 2024.

Make & Model
SAAB 9-3
Year / Origin
2005 · Northampton
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 02 Sept 2024
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
180,196 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 02 Sept 2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2005
Engine
1988cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 2024‑09‑02 MOT at 180,196 miles marks the vehicle as failed and therefore not roadworthy. The repeated failures on structural subframes, exhaust Lambda, and binding rear brakes show a worsening trend rather than stability or improvement. With a recorded mileage of 180,196 at 21 years of age, the average annual usage of 8,581 miles is typical, but the jump from 176,855 miles in September 2023 to 180,196 miles in September 2024 represents an increase of 3,341 miles in just over a year, indicating intensified use or reduced maintenance. A buyer should therefore examine the near‑side and off‑side sub‑frame welds for severe corrosion, test the rear brake calipers for binding, verify the parking brake operates on both sides, inspect the rear exhaust mounting and Lambda sensor reading, and check the condition of the coil springs and shock absorbers for oil leakage or fracture. The history of recurring rust and brake faults suggests that these components may be close to failure and merit close scrutiny.
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KP05 DWZ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT failed on 02/09/2024
  • 180,196 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 3 historical MOT failures
  • 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)

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KP05 DWZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Sept 2026, 15:16
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Saab 9-3 (KP05 DWZ) between August 2022 and September 2024.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 02 September 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”.

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KP05 DWZ Mileage History

  1. 01/08/2022172,400 mi
  2. 08/08/2022172,400 mi
  3. 07/08/2023176,853 mi+4,453 mi
  4. 04/09/2023176,855 mi+2 mi
  5. 02/09/2024180,196 mi+3,341 mi

Average of roughly 3,732 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
30
/ 100 · Poor
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Poor MOT pass rate (40%)
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