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YE09 CWN

2009 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

105,365 mi
Last recorded105,365 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE09 CWN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 105,365 miles

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

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 99,214 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust blow from flexy

Pass 29 Sep 2023 91,389 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 83,709 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 74,731 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 68,358 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 63,994 miles

BOTH rear tyres cracking in tread.

Offside Rear light unit cracked.

Fail 24 Jun 2019 63,970 miles

Power steering malfunctioning steering notchy & stiff on turning. (2.1.5 (a))

BOTH rear tyres cracking in tread.

Offside Rear light unit cracked.

STEERING RACK DAMP/CONTAMINATED.

Pass 14 Jun 2018 59,706 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 56,498 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 56,498 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2016 54,261 miles

gear shift linkage seized

Pass 1 Jun 2015 49,266 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 49,264 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2014 42,804 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 35,778 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 28,277 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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YE09 CWN is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YE09 CWN, 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 YE09 CWN?

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What year was YE09 CWN registered?

YE09 CWN is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 May 2009.

Is YE09 CWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE09 CWN shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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