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DG09 ZVC

2009 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

118,657 mi
Last recorded118,657 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 ZVC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 118,657 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2025 118,491 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2024 109,805 miles

Upper engine cover fitted

Pass 18 Aug 2023 109,019 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated link arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2023 109,019 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated link arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 107,478 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 106,093 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 103,130 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 100,332 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 100,332 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2018 94,866 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 90,119 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 87,327 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2016 81,564 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 78,311 miles

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

front wipers poor

unable to test rear seatbelts

Fail 26 May 2015 78,311 miles

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

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

front wipers poor

unable to test rear seatbelts

Pass 22 May 2014 75,330 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 72,321 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 63,752 miles

offside rear bake disc slightly scored

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 ZVC is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 DG09 ZVC, 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 ZVC registered?

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

Is DG09 ZVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG09 ZVC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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