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MF59 TZD

2009 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

119,600 mi
Last recorded119,600 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2018
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF59 TZD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2018 119,600 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 119,600 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 115,609 miles

both front tyres tread depths wearing thin.

both rear brake discs inner face showing corrosion and pitting.

exhaust front pipe showing deterioration.

Pass 7 Jan 2016 107,189 miles

both front anti- roll bar drop links showing wear.

front brake pads wearing thin both sides on inner pads.

Pass 19 Dec 2014 97,691 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front anti-roll bar drop links showing wear

Pass 3 Jan 2014 89,888 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 74,132 miles

both front drop links showing wear

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 TZD is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 TZD, 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 MF59 TZD registered?

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

Is MF59 TZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF59 TZD shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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