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ML09 SOJ

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

85,413 mi
Last recorded85,413 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML09 SOJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2023 85,413 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 80,409 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 75,666 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 70,989 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 65,807 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 59,347 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 58,000 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer shoulder

Pass 20 Jun 2017 51,399 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2016 45,195 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 39,647 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2014 32,360 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 25,544 miles

Near side headlamp light output reduced not as bright as off side

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

Fail 25 Jun 2013 25,544 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Near side headlamp light output reduced not as bright as off side

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 19,201 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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ML09 SOJ is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 ML09 SOJ, 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 ML09 SOJ registered?

ML09 SOJ is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is ML09 SOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML09 SOJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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