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CV57 XYL

2007 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

133,775 mi
Last recorded133,775 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-386,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV57 XYL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 133,775 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 130,519 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside rear light unit damaged

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 123,058 miles

HANDBRAKE JUST PASSED LEGAL LIMIT

Pass 10 Oct 2022 119,644 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2021 115,088 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Oct 2021 115,088 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 111,051 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 104,972 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 97,450 miles

Front exhaust flexible joint deteriorated

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of components

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Fail 3 Apr 2018 97,450 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)

Front exhaust flexible joint deteriorated

engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of components

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Pass 10 May 2017 91,831 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 91,831 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 89,011 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2015 83,306 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 78,311 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 70,352 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 61,257 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 48,789 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 36,777 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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CV57 XYL is a 2007 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 CV57 XYL, 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

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What year was CV57 XYL registered?

CV57 XYL is a 2007 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 November 2007.

Is CV57 XYL safe to buy?

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