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AV09 CWU

2009 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

118,719 mi
Last recorded118,719 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV09 CWU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 118,719 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly out of shape

Offside Rear Tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 13 Nov 2024 110,620 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 104,572 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 97,043 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 91,672 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 87,074 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 79,507 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 72,893 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 May 2017 66,602 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 55,953 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 50,033 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 42,778 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 32,979 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 25,383 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jun 2012 25,383 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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AV09 CWU is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AV09 CWU, 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 AV09 CWU registered?

AV09 CWU is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 10 June 2009.

Is AV09 CWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV09 CWU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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