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SM58 OPY

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

129,684 mi
Last recorded129,684 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM58 OPY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 129,684 miles

covers fitted

gearbox leaking oil

offside front inner wheel arch adrift

oil filter leaking oil

rear coil springs corroded

Fail 4 May 2017 129,456 miles

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

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

oil filter leaking oil

rear coil springs corroded

covers fitted

gearbox leaking oil

offside front inner wheel arch adrift

Pass 23 Apr 2016 115,001 miles

all coil springs corroded

covers fitted

exhaust slightly corroded

Fail 23 Apr 2016 115,001 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

all coil springs corroded

covers fitted

exhaust slightly corroded

Fail 6 May 2015 104,148 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 6 May 2015 104,148 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Pass 9 May 2014 90,963 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 83,357 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre wearing slightly on inner edge

Pass 25 Jan 2012 72,897 miles

n/s/f tyre has a cut in outer sidewall

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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SM58 OPY is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SM58 OPY, 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 SM58 OPY?

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What year was SM58 OPY registered?

SM58 OPY is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 January 2009.

Is SM58 OPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM58 OPY shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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