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RV59 GWP

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

162,160 mi
Last recorded162,160 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV59 GWP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2024 162,160 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 152,176 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 143,735 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 135,879 miles

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 128,710 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Centre (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Sep 2020 128,671 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Centre (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 121,928 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 113,485 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2017 103,544 miles

Offside rear tyre wearing uneven across tread

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 89,804 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 75,226 miles

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% high level (1.2.1b)

offside rear tyre has cuts in tread/perished and uneven treadwear

Pass 18 Sep 2014 61,599 miles

o/s/r tyre cuts in tread

Pass 22 Aug 2013 45,292 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 39,709 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 39,709 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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 GWP is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GWP, 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

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What year was RV59 GWP registered?

RV59 GWP is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 21 September 2009.

Is RV59 GWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV59 GWP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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