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BL07 DZK

2007 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

255,873 mi
Last recorded255,873 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-386,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL07 DZK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 255,873 miles

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

Undertrays Fitted

Fail 12 May 2026 255,873 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Undertrays Fitted

Pass 23 Aug 2025 252,043 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 245,883 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 241,397 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2023 241,388 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 236,522 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 229,086 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 229,086 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 221,555 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2020 221,555 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 209,285 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 193,195 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 18 Aug 2018 193,190 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases near to flexible (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Sep 2017 179,499 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 179,499 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 165,358 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2015 152,424 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 138,304 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2013 136,444 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2012 113,545 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 89,109 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Fail 27 Jul 2011 89,105 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2010 62,132 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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BL07 DZK is a 2007 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 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 BL07 DZK, 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.

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BL07 DZK is a 2007 Saab 9-3, first registered on 25 June 2007.

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