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MF59 TZB

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

120,887 mi
Last recorded120,887 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2021
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF59 TZB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2021 120,887 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 104,272 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 96,682 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 91,385 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 84,551 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 84,551 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

Front coil spring broken both (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 77,303 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 68,518 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 56,604 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 45,772 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 37,070 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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MF59 TZB is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MF59 TZB, 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 MF59 TZB registered?

MF59 TZB is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is MF59 TZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF59 TZB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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