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KP09 CPK

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

116,886 mi
Last recorded116,886 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP09 CPK
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 116,886 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Service brake binding but not excessively all wheels (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 23 Oct 2025 116,886 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both (4.1.4 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Service brake binding but not excessively all wheels (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 May 2021 116,205 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 113,697 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Caliper spring missing

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Caliper spring incorrectly located.

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 113,619 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper spring clip missing

Offside Front brake caliper spring clip incorrectly fitted

radiator insecure

Fail 14 Jun 2018 113,619 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper spring clip missing

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

Offside Front brake caliper spring clip incorrectly fitted

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

radiator insecure

Pass 18 May 2017 105,919 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper spring clip missing

Nearside sill cover missing

radiator insecure

Fail 18 May 2017 105,919 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front brake caliper spring clip missing

Nearside sill cover missing

radiator insecure

Pass 9 May 2016 83,759 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2016 83,759 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 62,706 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 38,050 miles

both front brake discs have wear lips present.

both rear tyres feathering on inner edges...

front brake pads outers appear to be getting low...

Fail 14 May 2014 38,050 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Lower 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 Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Due to number plate differences ...have seen V5C.

both front brake discs have wear lips present.

both rear tyres feathering on inner edges...

front brake pads outers appear to be getting low...

Pass 29 Apr 2013 32,531 miles

both rear tyre treads wearing unevenly on inside edges

slight wear to front brake discs, small lip on edges

Fail 29 Apr 2013 32,531 miles

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

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

both rear tyre treads wearing unevenly on inside edges

slight wear to front brake discs, small lip on edges

Pass 30 Apr 2012 26,530 miles

both front tyres are wearing on outer edges

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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

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KP09 CPK is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 KP09 CPK, 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 KP09 CPK registered?

KP09 CPK is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 April 2009.

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