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DK09 YYA

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

124,706 mi
Last recorded124,706 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2016
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK09 YYA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2016 124,706 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Oct 2016 124,670 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm worn inner and outer (4.1.E.1)

luggage compartment full unable to check

rear seats folded down at time of test unable to check seat belts

Pass 31 Oct 2015 117,323 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 108,914 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Sep 2014 108,914 miles

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Sep 2013 90,258 miles

dampness area of steerinr rack/pipes most of which is drainage water from air conditioning but some evidence of fluid

Fail 18 Sep 2013 90,254 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

dampness area of steerinr rack/pipes most of which is drainage water from air conditioning but some evidence of fluid

Pass 17 Feb 2012 61,572 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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DK09 YYA is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 DK09 YYA, 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 DK09 YYA registered?

DK09 YYA is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 16 March 2009.

Is DK09 YYA safe to buy?

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