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DS09 ELH

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

140,509 mi
Last recorded140,509 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2021
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS09 ELH
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2021 140,509 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2021 140,508 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 125,617 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2020 125,616 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 108,789 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 108,973 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge has tear approx. 12 inches (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jul 2018 90,779 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 72,221 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 72,000 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 54,415 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 34,619 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 31,711 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 25,294 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 18,764 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 ELH is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey 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 DS09 ELH, 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 DS09 ELH registered?

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

Is DS09 ELH safe to buy?

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