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DG09 ZTK

2009 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

104,975 mi
Last recorded104,975 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 ZTK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 104,975 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases e.g.r pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Upper Steering system slightly rough top strut bearing (2.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 3 Nov 2025 104,975 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases e.g.r pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Upper Steering system slightly rough top strut bearing (2.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 25 Oct 2024 100,559 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 23 Oct 2024 100,553 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 96,954 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Oct 2023 96,951 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2022 92,970 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2022 92,970 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2021 85,951 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 80,931 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2020 80,904 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 76,820 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2019 76,817 miles

Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2018 73,275 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 27 Mar 2017 69,589 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 64,975 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 64,975 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2015 59,281 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 52,058 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 45,086 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 38,384 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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DG09 ZTK is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DG09 ZTK, 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 DG09 ZTK registered?

DG09 ZTK is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is DG09 ZTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG09 ZTK shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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