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SD09 YMX

2009 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

114,402 mi
Last recorded114,402 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD09 YMX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2023 114,402 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Nov 2023 114,399 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 107,461 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 100,669 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2021 100,668 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users fuel leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 94,843 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 88,716 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2019 88,716 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Nov 2018 78,972 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2018 78,972 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (1.1.10 (e))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 70,242 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2016 59,840 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 59,832 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2015 48,211 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 40,820 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 40,820 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Fail 7 Jun 2013 32,507 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 32,507 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 30,352 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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SD09 YMX is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 SD09 YMX, 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 SD09 YMX registered?

SD09 YMX is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 22 May 2009.

Is SD09 YMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD09 YMX shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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