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S444 BJA

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

61,280 mi
Last recorded61,280 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS444 BJA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 61,280 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 55,473 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 48,646 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 45,064 miles

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

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Oct 2021 36,456 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 4 Oct 2021 36,456 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 28,460 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside on 2mm offside on 3mm and both perishing (5.2.3 (e))

oil level overfilled

Pass 11 Oct 2019 24,639 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 23,889 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 22,777 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 20,811 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 19,408 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 16,864 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 13,941 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 12,538 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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S444 BJA is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 S444 BJA, 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 S444 BJA registered?

S444 BJA is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is S444 BJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S444 BJA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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