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DG59 UBY

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

202,258 mi
Last recorded202,258 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2022
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG59 UBY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2022 202,258 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 188,403 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 173,152 miles

front brake discs corroded

near side steering rack gator twisted

Fail 10 Jul 2019 173,140 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

front brake discs corroded

near side steering rack gator twisted

Pass 10 Jul 2018 160,823 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2018 160,823 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 144,403 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 132,521 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 119,496 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 106,065 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 106,054 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 93,576 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 93,576 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 80,855 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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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DG59 UBY is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DG59 UBY, 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.

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What year was DG59 UBY registered?

DG59 UBY is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is DG59 UBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG59 UBY shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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