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NL09 ODE

2009 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2016
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

163,420 mi
Last recorded163,420 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2015
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL09 ODE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 Jul 2015 163,420 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2015 163,420 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2014 150,816 miles

Engine management light on

Fail 25 Jun 2014 150,815 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine management light on

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 137,968 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 137,968 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 127,229 miles

rear discs scored/ridged

Fail 1 Jun 2012 127,228 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

rear discs scored/ridged

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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NL09 ODE is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 NL09 ODE, 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 NL09 ODE registered?

NL09 ODE is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 23 June 2009.

Is NL09 ODE safe to buy?

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