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RV59 GVG

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,140 mi
Last recorded41,140 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 GVG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2025 41,140 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 40,160 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 39,486 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 38,994 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 38,387 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 37,584 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 34,761 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 31,196 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 27,905 miles

front tyres slight wear on outer edges

nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside front wiper blade perishing

Pass 19 May 2016 25,298 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 22,052 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 21,806 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 20,661 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 19,369 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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RV59 GVG is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GVG, 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 GVG?

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What year was RV59 GVG registered?

RV59 GVG is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is RV59 GVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV59 GVG shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV59 GVG have outstanding finance?

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