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DY59 GXP

2009 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

120,101 mi
Last recorded120,101 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2018
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY59 GXP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2018 120,101 miles

rear tyres feathering on inside edges.

Fail 5 Sep 2018 120,101 miles

rear tyres feathering on inside edges.

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 108,862 miles

both rear tyres wearing unevenly/feathering on inside edges.

o/s front tyre on 3mm.

Fail 11 Jul 2017 108,857 miles

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

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

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

both rear tyres wearing unevenly/feathering on inside edges.

o/s front tyre on 3mm.

Pass 14 Sep 2016 99,255 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 85,520 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 72,186 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 60,431 miles

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

all tyres on 3mm.

Pass 16 Sep 2013 60,431 miles

all tyres on 3mm.

Pass 13 Sep 2012 43,556 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 13 Sep 2012 43,553 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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DY59 GXP is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 DY59 GXP, 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 DY59 GXP registered?

DY59 GXP is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 21 September 2009.

Is DY59 GXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY59 GXP shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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