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YX09 VCD

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

143,191 mi
Last recorded143,191 miles
Recorded on21 May 2024
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX09 VCD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2024 143,191 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 May 2023 136,326 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 129,242 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 May 2021 121,376 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 112,844 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 100,966 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 84,411 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2017 73,750 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside door mirror deteriorated but not affecting view to rear

Pass 10 Mar 2016 65,465 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 65,465 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on edge of inner wall (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on edge of inner wall (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 53,854 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2014 42,242 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 30,105 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

rear tyres badly perished

Pass 8 Mar 2012 20,723 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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YX09 VCD is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YX09 VCD, 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

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What year was YX09 VCD registered?

YX09 VCD is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 13 March 2009.

Is YX09 VCD safe to buy?

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