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DG59 UCN

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

88,232 mi
Last recorded88,232 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG59 UCN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 88,232 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 86,159 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 81,942 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 77,935 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 69,966 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 68,437 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 65,713 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 60,257 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 52,990 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 46,302 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 41,044 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 34,527 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 34,427 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 27,640 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 27,640 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2012 20,740 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 20,696 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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 UCN is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 DG59 UCN, 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

How do I check the history of DG59 UCN?

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What year was DG59 UCN registered?

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

Is DG59 UCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG59 UCN shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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