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RV59 GVD

2009 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,321 mi
Last recorded55,321 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2015
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 GVD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2015 55,321 miles

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

n/s/f tyre 4mm and balding on inner edge

Pass 16 Jan 2014 41,545 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 40,191 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Aug 2012 33,190 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 33,186 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

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

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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RV59 GVD is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RV59 GVD, 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

How do I check the history of RV59 GVD?

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What year was RV59 GVD registered?

RV59 GVD is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 8 September 2009.

Is RV59 GVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV59 GVD shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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