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DS09 ELC

2009 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

167,454 mi
Last recorded167,454 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS09 ELC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 167,454 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2024 151,194 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 147,129 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 142,917 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 138,642 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 134,161 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 126,716 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2018 120,872 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 120,126 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2017 112,771 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 103,591 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 May 2015 95,817 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 89,441 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 72,790 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 54,836 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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DS09 ELC is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DS09 ELC, 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 DS09 ELC registered?

DS09 ELC is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is DS09 ELC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS09 ELC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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