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AK09 CAV

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

139,174 mi
Last recorded139,174 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2020
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK09 CAV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2020 139,174 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 138,343 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2019 138,343 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Fuel filter leaking excessively (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 134,647 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 22 Mar 2018 134,647 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Nearside Front Wiper blade slightly smearing

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 133,118 miles

Engine cover and undertrays fitted

Unable to fully inspect brakes through wheels and tyres

Pass 3 Mar 2016 117,888 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Bald on inner edge no cords visible at time of test (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 99,732 miles

Nearside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 80,946 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 80,946 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 62,703 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 44,315 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 44,315 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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AK09 CAV is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 AK09 CAV, 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 AK09 CAV registered?

AK09 CAV is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is AK09 CAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK09 CAV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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