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SY59 SXF

2009 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

41,993 mi
Last recorded41,993 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY59 SXF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 41,993 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 3 May 2025 41,631 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2025 41,629 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 30 Apr 2024 41,520 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2023 40,937 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 39,666 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2022 39,665 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 37,188 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged wing mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged Both side rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 32,473 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 25,845 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 22,878 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 20,819 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 19,546 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 19,546 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 17,033 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 15,536 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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SY59 SXF is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SY59 SXF, 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 SY59 SXF?

You can check the full history of SY59 SXF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SY59 SXF registered?

SY59 SXF is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 24 September 2009.

Is SY59 SXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY59 SXF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SY59 SXF have outstanding finance?

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