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DE09 FZV

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

182,215 mi
Last recorded182,215 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2023
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE09 FZV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2023 182,215 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 174,784 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2021 170,963 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2020 165,500 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 160,144 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 150,880 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 150,880 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2016 132,326 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2016 132,326 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 102,241 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 102,241 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 74,129 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 55,660 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 38,370 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 38,370 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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DE09 FZV is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 DE09 FZV, 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 DE09 FZV registered?

DE09 FZV is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is DE09 FZV safe to buy?

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