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M321 MDS

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

118,214 mi
Last recorded118,214 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM321 MDS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 118,214 miles

rear suspension corroded

Pass 15 Aug 2024 115,266 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Lower Suspension arm mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 111,913 miles

Exhaust emissions elevated

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight blow rear silencer at pipe entry (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened NSR suspension arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened OSR suspension arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 107,696 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2022 107,684 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 102,943 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 4 Aug 2020 97,912 miles

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in 10mm zone (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 95,099 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 88,678 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 83,493 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 74,084 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 63,325 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 54,834 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 44,392 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 27,875 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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M321 MDS is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 M321 MDS, 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 M321 MDS registered?

M321 MDS is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 October 2009.

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