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MF59 TZO

2009 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

178,941 mi
Last recorded178,941 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 178,941 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 174,668 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 169,343 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 162,305 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2022 162,301 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed Brake Hose Fouling Coil Spring (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine Oil Filter Leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2021 151,563 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 141,423 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 130,057 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 115,872 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 99,395 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

corrosion on front and rear subframes but not considered excessive

n/s/r and o/s/r upper shock absorber mounts starting to deteriorate

slight corrosion on n/s/r brake disc

Pass 6 Oct 2016 88,395 miles

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)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 77,855 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 66,493 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2013 50,228 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2012 34,603 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 TZO 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 MF59 TZO, 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 TZO registered?

MF59 TZO is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is MF59 TZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF59 TZO 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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