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SC09 ODL

2009 Saab 9-3

White Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,728 mi
Last recorded114,728 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC09 ODL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 114,728 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 114,210 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 112,951 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2024 112,950 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2023 112,261 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2022 109,880 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 27 Jul 2022 109,879 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Excessive handbrake travel but still has reserve, parking brake only just meets requirements

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2021 106,405 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2021 106,396 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 103,826 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 98,145 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 98,145 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened OSR Mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 86,688 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 86,688 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 72,981 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Upper shocker mount cracked

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Upper shocker mount cracked

Pass 29 Jul 2016 62,484 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 28 Jul 2015 48,072 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 37,660 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 30,028 miles

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

The nearside wiper blade is smearing slightly.

Pass 23 Jul 2012 22,821 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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SC09 ODL is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in White with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 SC09 ODL, 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 SC09 ODL registered?

SC09 ODL is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 July 2009.

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