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SA09 PAO

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

184,237 mi
Last recorded184,237 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2017
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA09 PAO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2017 184,237 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s o/s (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Mar 2017 184,236 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s o/s (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 176,996 miles

Nearside Rear nail in tyer

Pass 12 Mar 2015 171,596 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 143,767 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 116,020 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 116,020 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 37,517 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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SA09 PAO is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SA09 PAO, 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 SA09 PAO registered?

SA09 PAO is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 March 2009.

Is SA09 PAO safe to buy?

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