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GY09 UEV

2009 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

127,954 mi
Last recorded127,954 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2019
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY09 UEV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2019 127,954 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2019 127,954 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 121,797 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2017 116,959 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 109,789 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

Fail 14 Jun 2016 109,789 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of all components

Fail 28 Jul 2015 105,134 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jul 2015 105,134 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jul 2014 89,962 miles

Offside rear tyre cracked around tread

Pass 29 Jul 2013 82,722 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 82,722 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 74,206 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 72,129 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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GY09 UEV is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GY09 UEV, 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 GY09 UEV registered?

GY09 UEV is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 May 2009.

Is GY09 UEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY09 UEV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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