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MW09 PVT

2009 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

135,447 mi
Last recorded135,447 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2022
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW09 PVT
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2022 135,447 miles

engine covers undertrays fitted

Pass 19 May 2021 132,830 miles

Both rear shock absorber alloy mountings corroded

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 129,489 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2020 129,487 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 118,269 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 101,544 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2018 101,544 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 85,245 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2016 68,085 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 53,264 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 53,264 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2014 38,348 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 25,797 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 25,183 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

child seat o/s/rear

Pass 23 Jul 2013 25,183 miles

child seat o/s/rear

Pass 5 Jul 2012 19,889 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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MW09 PVT is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MW09 PVT, 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 MW09 PVT registered?

MW09 PVT is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 July 2009.

Is MW09 PVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW09 PVT shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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