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HY09 ZLX

2009 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

120,887 mi
Last recorded120,887 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2020
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY09 ZLX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2020 120,887 miles

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

Fail 24 Jul 2020 120,887 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 95,198 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Aug 2017 75,163 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 75,163 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 69,147 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2015 65,453 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both sides (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 55,183 miles

Rear brake pads worn thin

Pass 20 Sep 2013 50,774 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 45,007 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/r tyre showing sign of age and deterioration

Fail 19 Jul 2012 45,007 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/r tyre showing sign of age and deterioration

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 ZLX is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 HY09 ZLX, 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 HY09 ZLX?

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What year was HY09 ZLX registered?

HY09 ZLX is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 March 2009.

Is HY09 ZLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY09 ZLX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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