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S13 CHB

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,453 mi
Last recorded66,453 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS13 CHB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 66,453 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2024 61,293 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 58,202 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 52,240 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2022 52,240 miles

Offside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 51,907 miles

Covers fitted concealing some components .

Pass 15 Sep 2020 50,260 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 47,005 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 43,692 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 38,252 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 33,158 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 29,161 miles

engine covers and protective undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

Fail 3 Sep 2015 29,161 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine covers and protective undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 2 Sep 2014 24,298 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre wall damaged

Pass 27 Sep 2013 21,601 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f tyre has a cut outer wall but does not reach canvas

Pass 4 Sep 2012 17,494 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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S13 CHB 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 S13 CHB, 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 S13 CHB registered?

S13 CHB is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is S13 CHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S13 CHB 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.

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