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L8 DPT

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,836 mi
Last recorded49,836 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL8 DPT
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2026 49,836 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 48,996 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2024 48,323 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 47,589 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Under bonnet & underside covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 27 Jul 2022 46,797 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 46,089 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 45,328 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Slightly discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 44,871 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2018 44,321 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 43,295 miles

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 42,365 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 39,083 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 32,066 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 24,647 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 17,071 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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L8 DPT is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L8 DPT, 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 L8 DPT registered?

L8 DPT is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 July 2009.

Is L8 DPT safe to buy?

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