2005 Saab 9-3 1.8L Petrol · MF55 OEO
2005 Saab 9-3 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 19 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 195,083 miles. MOT expired on 03 Oct 2023.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-3
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 03 Oct 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 195,083 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MF55 OEO Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/10/2022
- 195,083 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MF55 OEO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2005 Saab 9-3 (MF55 OEO) between October 2022 and October 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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.
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Known faults for Saab Saab 9-3 NG
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- 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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