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DG59 UZA

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

233,942 mi
Last recorded233,942 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2018
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2018 233,942 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 224,062 miles

Small stone chip in front screen centre swept area

Pass 28 Sep 2015 214,087 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 177,401 miles

Rear brake discs slightly rusty and worn

Various small chips in front screen swept areas

Fail 3 Sep 2014 177,401 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear brake discs slightly rusty and worn

Various small chips in front screen swept areas

Pass 11 Sep 2013 140,107 miles

Both front brake discs slightly worn

Front no. plate starting to separate and discolour sligtly

Nearside front wheel bearing starting to feel slightly rough

Fail 10 Sep 2013 140,106 miles

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

Both front brake discs slightly worn

Front no. plate starting to separate and discolour sligtly

Nearside front wheel bearing starting to feel slightly rough

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 111,222 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 111,216 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside 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 UZA is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 DG59 UZA, 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 UZA registered?

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

Is DG59 UZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG59 UZA shows 9 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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