2005 Saab 9-3 2.0L Petrol · LA05 FCZ
2005 Saab 9-3 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 27 Jul 2005. Recorded mileage 129,157 miles. MOT expired on 04 Apr 2024.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-3
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 04 Apr 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 129,157 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LA05 FCZ Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/04/2023
- 129,157 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LA05 FCZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Saab 9-3 (LA05 FCZ) between March 2022 and April 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 April 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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.
LA05 FCZ Mileage History
- 07/03/2022120,811 mi
- 06/04/2023129,157 mi+8,346 mi
- 06/04/2023129,157 mi
Average of roughly 7,722 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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