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SC09 ODY

2009 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

162,858 mi
Last recorded162,858 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC09 ODY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 162,858 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 5 May 2025 158,558 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2025 158,419 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2024 153,953 miles
Fail 9 May 2024 153,876 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2023 140,519 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 9 May 2023 140,519 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 6 May 2022 131,715 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 121,441 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 117,332 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 107,358 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 92,449 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 79,507 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 79,507 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Torn (8.2.2)

Fuel system component leaking Fuel Filter Sensor (7.2.3)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2016 69,499 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 60,096 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 49,990 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 42,057 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 31,562 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 ODY is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 SC09 ODY, 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 ODY registered?

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

Is SC09 ODY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC09 ODY shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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