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HG09 EMX

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

125,594 mi
Last recorded125,594 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG09 EMX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 125,594 miles

NSR tyre worn on edges an getting low in tread

Fail 21 Aug 2025 125,594 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

NSR tyre worn on edges an getting low in tread

OSF tyre badly worn on edges

OSR tyre has a screw in tread

Pass 3 Sep 2024 107,709 miles

front undertray insecure

Fail 3 Sep 2024 107,709 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

front undertray insecure

Pass 9 Aug 2023 92,156 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 85,728 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 79,558 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 75,424 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 70,517 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 63,933 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 58,148 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 52,539 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 52,539 miles

Offside 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 12 May 2014 41,733 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre (repairable)

nail in offside rear tyre repairable?

Pass 21 May 2013 32,153 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 23,371 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 23,371 miles

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

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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HG09 EMX is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 HG09 EMX, 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 HG09 EMX registered?

HG09 EMX is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 May 2009.

Is HG09 EMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG09 EMX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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