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BF59 FJD

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

155,634 mi
Last recorded155,634 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF59 FJD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2024 155,634 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2024 155,628 miles

Speedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 138,666 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2023 138,660 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex (6.1.2 (a))

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 17 Nov 2022 123,453 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both 2mm in centre of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on inner edge, stepped tread design (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 113,762 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 104,923 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 96,353 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 84,326 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 83,992 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 79,460 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 72,575 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has cuts in side wall no cord exposed

Pass 30 Jun 2015 66,436 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 62,942 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 52,636 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 44,426 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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BF59 FJD is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BF59 FJD, 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 BF59 FJD registered?

BF59 FJD is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is BF59 FJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF59 FJD shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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