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KP09 VRO

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

116,185 mi
Last recorded116,185 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP09 VRO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 116,185 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 110,603 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 12 Sep 2023 105,654 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 100,834 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 95,630 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 90,195 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2354517 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2354517 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play RACK END (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play RACK END (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 83,560 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 73,396 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 67,805 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 67,805 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2016 60,808 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 60,807 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 53,654 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2015 53,637 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 43,896 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 43,896 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 33,904 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 25,705 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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KP09 VRO is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KP09 VRO, 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 KP09 VRO registered?

KP09 VRO is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 August 2009.

Is KP09 VRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP09 VRO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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