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SD59 SFZ

2009 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

104,895 mi
Last recorded104,895 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD59 SFZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 104,895 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak--- no drips (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 225/50/17 Nexen ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jan 2025 101,569 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule botrh sides at callipers (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2025 101,560 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule botrh sides at callipers (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 90,433 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 87,494 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 84,715 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2021 84,714 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play seized (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2020 78,656 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 75,132 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 69,908 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 63,349 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 56,801 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 46,670 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 38,924 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 31,331 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 24,505 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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SD59 SFZ is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SD59 SFZ, 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 SD59 SFZ registered?

SD59 SFZ is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 17 December 2009.

Is SD59 SFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD59 SFZ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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