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SG59 XVL

2009 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

124,784 mi
Last recorded124,784 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2017
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG59 XVL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2017 124,784 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 111,787 miles

Advise front wheel alingment

Fail 9 Sep 2016 111,770 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Advise front wheel alingment

Pass 5 Oct 2015 98,561 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner shoulder

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner shoulder

Pass 19 Sep 2014 81,779 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 66,290 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 50,595 miles

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

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

slight oil leak at power steering rack area

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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SG59 XVL is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SG59 XVL, 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

How do I check the history of SG59 XVL?

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What year was SG59 XVL registered?

SG59 XVL is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is SG59 XVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG59 XVL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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