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RV09 OJM

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

117,858 mi
Last recorded117,858 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV09 OJM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 117,858 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2025 117,858 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Nov 2024 110,217 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 93,830 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 90,197 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2022 90,197 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 84,996 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2021 84,996 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 81,277 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 76,766 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2018 71,687 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 66,617 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 59,961 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 51,855 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both tyres (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Dec 2014 43,362 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 34,211 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 30,840 miles

slight play in both front anti roll bar link arms

Pass 15 Dec 2012 26,304 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 22,777 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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RV09 OJM is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RV09 OJM, 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 RV09 OJM registered?

RV09 OJM is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is RV09 OJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV09 OJM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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