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DS09 ELJ

2009 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

161,852 mi
Last recorded161,852 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2019
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS09 ELJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2019 161,852 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 145,642 miles

Both rear tyres wearing inside edge

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Wipers noises but clearing screen

Pass 14 Mar 2017 124,318 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 124,317 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 115,784 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2016 115,781 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front slight leak on exhaust front flex

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' not affecting drivers view (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 99,272 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 71,727 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 48,631 miles

slight dampness on fuel filter or housing will need further inbestigation

Pass 28 Jun 2012 30,647 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 ELJ is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,985cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ELJ, 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 ELJ registered?

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

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