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RV59 GWY

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

41,879 mi
Last recorded41,879 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 41,879 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 40,859 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge down to 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 39,681 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 38,278 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2022 38,278 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 36,664 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 35,784 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 34,199 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 32,307 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 30,766 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2016 28,375 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 28,375 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 25,349 miles

fuel filter damp, unable to see leak

Pass 3 Sep 2014 22,257 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Sep 2013 19,410 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 16,148 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 GWY is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GWY, 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 RV59 GWY registered?

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

Is RV59 GWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV59 GWY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV59 GWY have outstanding finance?

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