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WK59 WKJ

2009 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

66,423 mi
Last recorded66,423 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK59 WKJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector Sport Dth
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc
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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 66,423 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 52,698 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2024 52,695 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2024 52,679 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Part of brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Nearly excessive!! (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Knocking noise within steering rack??

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Part of brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Nearly excessive. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Nearly excessive. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 52,152 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 51,515 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2022 51,511 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel Dangerous (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brakes failed under test!!!

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 50,561 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2021 50,561 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2021 50,556 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear disc backing plate excessively corroded fouling on disc

Offside Rear disc backing plate excessively corroded fouling on disc

Pass 4 Sep 2020 49,619 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 49,619 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 48,272 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2019 48,272 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 45,686 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 45,686 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 43,246 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 40,879 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front both front tyres perishing in tread

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides wearing low (4.1.E.1)

Zero emissions detected at tailpipe

Fail 14 Sep 2016 40,879 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front both front tyres perishing in tread

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides wearing low (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Zero emissions detected at tailpipe

Pass 3 Sep 2015 38,001 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 34,196 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 28,106 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 21,250 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth?

Based on 509 MOT tests across 102 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
7,976
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 5
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4
coil spring fractured 4
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WK59 WKJ is a 2009 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WK59 WKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WK59 WKJ is a 2009 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth, first registered on 30 September 2009.

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