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DY59 GXR

2009 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,126 mi
Last recorded52,126 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY59 GXR
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 25 Sep 2025 52,126 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 44,833 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 39,108 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated oil/grease covered gaiter ? (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 32,937 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 28,365 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 23,399 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 21,730 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 17,465 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 12,466 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 12,373 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 11,135 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 9,735 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 8,056 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 6,117 miles

Cut in nearside front tyre outer sidewall, no cords showing.

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 GXR is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DY59 GXR, 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 DY59 GXR?

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What year was DY59 GXR registered?

DY59 GXR is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 24 September 2009.

Is DY59 GXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY59 GXR shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY59 GXR have outstanding finance?

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