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AJ09 TWF

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

128,628 mi
Last recorded128,628 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2019
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ09 TWF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2019 128,628 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2019 128,628 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure middle clamp (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2019 128,541 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Plate limit 0.50 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

O/S/F Tyre damaged on the outer side wall.

Plastic sill covers fitted obscuring some testable items.

Pass 24 Oct 2018 122,123 miles

Front brake discs worn.

N/S/R Tyre perished.

Plastic sill covers fitted obscuring some testable items.

Fail 16 Oct 2018 122,112 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front brake discs worn.

N/S/R Tyre perished.

Plastic sill covers fitted obscuring some testable items.

Pass 16 Nov 2017 118,818 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 116,476 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 104,265 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 90,509 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 78,894 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 55,493 miles

adv brake pads on offside front wearing low

adv cut to nearside front tyre outer sidewall

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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AJ09 TWF is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AJ09 TWF, 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.

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What year was AJ09 TWF registered?

AJ09 TWF is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 May 2009.

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