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SD09 YSM

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,770 mi
Last recorded79,770 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD09 YSM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2026 79,770 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2025 76,260 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 72,302 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 69,089 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 63,802 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 59,474 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 55,615 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 49,067 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 43,191 miles

Offside Front rack arm

Pass 3 Aug 2017 38,813 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 8 Jun 2016 35,243 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 31,460 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 28,928 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 26,429 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 20,490 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 YSM is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SD09 YSM, 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 SD09 YSM registered?

SD09 YSM is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 24 June 2009.

Is SD09 YSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD09 YSM shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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