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KY09 PRV

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

28,193 mi
Last recorded28,193 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY09 PRV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2025 28,193 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2024 24,630 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 21,147 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 20,911 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 18,556 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 17,744 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2019 17,744 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2018 13,099 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 1 Feb 2017 11,463 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Feb 2015 8,981 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 7,386 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 6,307 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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KY09 PRV is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 KY09 PRV, 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 KY09 PRV registered?

KY09 PRV is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is KY09 PRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY09 PRV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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