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HY09 ZNG

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

141,696 mi
Last recorded141,696 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2023
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY09 ZNG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2023 141,696 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.2.1 (f))

headlamp lenses deteriorated

Pass 16 Mar 2021 140,261 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2021 140,261 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 136,502 miles

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN BALD ON INNER EDGE

Fail 7 Jan 2020 136,502 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam BULB REPLACED (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN BALD ON INNER EDGE

Pass 12 Feb 2019 123,078 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 110,818 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 100,898 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 100,898 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 88,377 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre slightly damaged

rear brake pipe unions corroded

under trays, covers and sill covers fitted

Fail 5 Feb 2016 88,377 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre slightly damaged

rear brake pipe unions corroded

under trays, covers and sill covers fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2015 79,401 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 71,674 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 65,222 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 ZNG is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 ZNG, 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 HY09 ZNG registered?

HY09 ZNG is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 5 March 2009.

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