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S44 BHG

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

49,510 mi
Last recorded49,510 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS44 BHG
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 49,510 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 48,378 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 46,839 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2024 46,839 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2023 45,909 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 41,598 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 39,455 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 37,212 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 35,883 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 34,390 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 32,060 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 29,833 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2015 26,785 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 24,080 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2013 21,617 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 18,713 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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S44 BHG is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 S44 BHG, 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 S44 BHG registered?

S44 BHG is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 13 March 2009.

Is S44 BHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S44 BHG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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