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HY09 ZLV

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

108,756 mi
Last recorded108,756 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY09 ZLV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 108,756 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 104,181 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 98,402 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation in lamp (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Feb 2024 98,402 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation in lamp (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 93,778 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 87,188 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 82,550 miles

Advise nearside rear light lens damaged.

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 79,491 miles

Advise nearside rear light lens damaged.

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 73,001 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 65,523 miles

OFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE FRONT TYRES THREAD PATTERN CRACKING

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE THREAD PATTERN CRACKING

Pass 31 Mar 2017 58,089 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 51,172 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 46,200 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 41,151 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 36,943 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 30,965 miles

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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HY09 ZLV is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 HY09 ZLV, 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

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What year was HY09 ZLV registered?

HY09 ZLV is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is HY09 ZLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY09 ZLV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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