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WJ09 ZXB

2009 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

79,891 mi
Last recorded79,891 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2018
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ09 ZXB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2018 79,891 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine covers fitted

Pass 26 Jan 2017 71,728 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 23 Jan 2017 71,728 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 19 Feb 2016 64,309 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

engine covers fitted

undertray fitted

Fail 17 Feb 2015 57,866 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Feb 2015 57,866 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Feb 2014 47,300 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 37,752 miles

Both front tyres scrubbing on inner edge

Both rear lower bump stops badly perished/split

Both rear tyres stepped on inner edge

Fail 25 Feb 2013 37,752 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Both front tyres scrubbing on inner edge

Both rear lower bump stops badly perished/split

Both rear tyres stepped on inner edge

Pass 27 Feb 2012 25,322 miles

Both front tyres scrubbed on edges

Rear pads getting low

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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WJ09 ZXB is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 WJ09 ZXB, 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.

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What year was WJ09 ZXB registered?

WJ09 ZXB is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 March 2009.

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