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EO09 EPV

2009 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

115,903 mi
Last recorded115,903 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO09 EPV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 115,903 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Jan 2026 115,903 miles

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 109,747 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 102,349 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs worn creating a small lip (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear discs work creating a small lip (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Feb 2024 102,283 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt O/S Front outer CV boot insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Cross brace under engine has an insecure bolt - Not affecting chassis strength or performance

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs worn creating a small lip (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear discs work creating a small lip (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 96,312 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 91,445 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2021 84,165 miles

Handbrake lever almost at end of reserve travel

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2020 79,608 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 70,885 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 59,699 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 52,228 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 52,228 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2016 46,462 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 42,289 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 36,449 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 30,517 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 25,387 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front wiper blade split

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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EO09 EPV is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EO09 EPV, 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 EO09 EPV registered?

EO09 EPV is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 6 March 2009.

Is EO09 EPV safe to buy?

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