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MA59 ZKH

2009 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

119,495 mi
Last recorded119,495 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA59 ZKH
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 119,495 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2025 119,495 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2024 114,000 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 108,632 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 105,218 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 98,344 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 89,357 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 81,472 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 74,449 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 68,356 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 Sep 2016 62,796 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 56,048 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 49,755 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 43,529 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 37,450 miles

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Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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MA59 ZKH is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Red 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 MA59 ZKH, 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 MA59 ZKH registered?

MA59 ZKH is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is MA59 ZKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA59 ZKH shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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