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DN09 GDA

2009 Saab 9-3

Green Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

89,159 mi
Last recorded89,159 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2020
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN09 GDA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2020 89,159 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 85,648 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2019 85,644 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2018 78,673 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 78,623 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2017 72,879 miles

rear brake pads worn

rear bumper damaged

tested wet

trims fitted to outersills

Pass 17 Dec 2016 68,735 miles

trigger point not met

Pass 15 Dec 2015 63,767 miles

Both front wipers are poor

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

Lean burn engine

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

Fail 14 Dec 2015 63,767 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Improperly repaired (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Both front wipers are poor

Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

Lean burn engine

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 55,457 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Nov 2013 45,173 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 45,138 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 42,585 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Jul 2012 42,585 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DN09 GDA is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Green 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 DN09 GDA, 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 DN09 GDA?

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What year was DN09 GDA registered?

DN09 GDA is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 July 2009.

Is DN09 GDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN09 GDA 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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