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BG57 DXB

2007 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

135,027 mi
Last recorded135,027 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-386,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG57 DXB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 135,027 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 131,332 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 126,418 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2022 121,805 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 118,578 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 115,761 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 112,650 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 108,881 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 102,990 miles

emissions to clean to register on D.S.M

Pass 24 Oct 2016 100,675 miles

EMISSIONS TO CLEAN TO REGISTER ON D.S.M

UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS SHOWING SIGNS OF SURFACE CORROSION

Fail 24 Oct 2016 100,675 miles

Headlamp aim too low O/S (1.8)

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint O/S/F - COMPLETE ARM (2.4.G.2)

EMISSIONS TO CLEAN TO REGISTER ON D.S.M

UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS SHOWING SIGNS OF SURFACE CORROSION

Pass 17 Oct 2015 92,907 miles

both rear tyres wearing slightly uneven / becoming slightly cracked between treads 225 / 45 / 17 w

diesel smoke emissions reading to low for d/s/m to read or pick up

exhaust system corroded

nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 16 Oct 2015 92,907 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box corroded / split / blowing (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported ex back box insecure (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225 / 45 / 17 w (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres wearing slightly uneven / becoming slightly cracked between treads 225 / 45 / 17 w

diesel smoke emissions reading to low for d/s/m to read or pick up

exhaust system corroded

nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 18 Oct 2014 85,438 miles

DIESEL SMOKE EMISSIONS READING TO LOW FOR D/S/M TO READ OR PICK UP

EXHAUST FRONT FLEXI SECTION BECOMING DETERIORATED / SIGNS OF SLIGHT SOOT

Fail 17 Oct 2014 85,438 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

DIESEL SMOKE EMISSIONS READING TO LOW FOR D/S/M TO READ OR PICK UP

EXHAUST FRONT FLEXI SECTION BECOMING DETERIORATED / SIGNS OF SLIGHT SOOT

Pass 25 Oct 2013 78,471 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMITS -- N/S/F ON 3. / 2.5 / 3 mm -- O/S/F ON 4 / 3 / 4 mm

DIESEL EMISSIONS READING TO LOW FOR D/S/M TO READ

EXHAUST SYSTEM BECOMING CORRODED

TYRE SIZE 225 / 45 / 17 y

Fail 19 Oct 2013 78,325 miles

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

TYRE SIZE 225 / 45 / 17 y

ADVISE TO REPLACE OFFSIDE REAR COIL SPRING

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMITS -- N/S/F ON 3. / 2.5 / 3 mm -- O/S/F ON 4 / 3 / 4 mm

DIESEL EMISSIONS READING TO LOW FOR D/S/M TO READ

EXHAUST SYSTEM BECOMING CORRODED

Pass 29 Oct 2012 71,656 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 71,592 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2011 64,316 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 57,638 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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BG57 DXB is a 2007 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2007 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 86,624 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 BG57 DXB, 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 19 years old, this Saab 9-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BG57 DXB?

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What year was BG57 DXB registered?

BG57 DXB is a 2007 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 October 2007.

Is BG57 DXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG57 DXB shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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