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SL09 OGW

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,932 mi
Last recorded131,932 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL09 OGW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 131,932 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2025 126,627 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2025 126,525 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 120,850 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2024 120,799 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 116,672 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 110,644 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2022 110,158 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2021 97,344 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 88,137 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 82,971 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 69,129 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 37,749 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 37,744 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 29,983 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 22,460 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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SL09 OGW is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SL09 OGW, 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 SL09 OGW?

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What year was SL09 OGW registered?

SL09 OGW is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is SL09 OGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL09 OGW shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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