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MA09 YCJ

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

120,585 mi
Last recorded120,585 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA09 YCJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 120,585 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2024 115,600 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 106,401 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 97,954 miles

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))

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

rear brake pads slightly wearing low on passenger side

Pass 28 Sep 2021 92,137 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 86,029 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2020 86,026 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 84,854 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 81,901 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 77,481 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 65,044 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 65,044 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 55,428 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre uneven wear outside edge

Pass 8 Sep 2014 49,320 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 43,991 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 37,170 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 26,404 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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MA09 YCJ is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 MA09 YCJ, 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 MA09 YCJ registered?

MA09 YCJ is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 April 2009.

Is MA09 YCJ safe to buy?

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