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AF59 ZSZ

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,957 mi
Last recorded93,957 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF59 ZSZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 93,957 miles

both front tyres worn to limit, advise replace asap

front brake pads look low

fuel filter area slightly damp with fuel

nearside rear tyre badly cracked, advise replace asap

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge close to limit

Pass 21 Jun 2016 86,222 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear tyre mishapen

Offside Rear tyre worn off on inner edge

Fail 14 Jun 2016 86,222 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear tyre mishapen

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre worn off on inner edge

Pass 26 May 2015 79,018 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 75,182 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 69,762 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 55,881 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 55,881 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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AF59 ZSZ is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF59 ZSZ, 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 AF59 ZSZ registered?

AF59 ZSZ is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is AF59 ZSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF59 ZSZ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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