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A3 GBC

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107,017 mi
Last recorded107,017 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 GBC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 18 Apr 2026 107,017 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 102,944 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 99,933 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 97,651 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 90,470 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 83,542 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 80,328 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 79,586 miles

Both rear tyres just on the legal limit.

Pass 9 Mar 2018 78,596 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 76,694 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 74,103 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 62,271 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 50,642 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 41,444 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 28,554 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?

Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
6,682
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
155,316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 75,543
coil spring broken 47,423
position lamp(s) not working 38,332
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,513
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A3 GBC is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 79,194 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A3 GBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 17 years old, this Saab 9-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A3 GBC registered?

A3 GBC is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is A3 GBC safe to buy?

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