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DE09 GMU

2009 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

20,888 mi
Last recorded20,888 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE09 GMU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 20,888 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 19,997 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 19,124 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 17,738 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 16,582 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 16,079 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 15,176 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 13,373 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2018 11,803 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 11,459 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 10,670 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 9,845 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 May 2015 9,845 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 7,731 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 6,825 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 5,552 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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DE09 GMU is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DE09 GMU, 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 GMU registered?

DE09 GMU is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 May 2009.

Is DE09 GMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE09 GMU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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