2007 Saab 9-3 1.9L Diesel · DY57 VPC
2007 Saab 9-3 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2007. Recorded mileage 159,837 miles. MOT expired on 15 Dec 2022.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-3
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Dec 2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 159,837 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DY57 VPC Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 14/12/2022
- 159,837 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DY57 VPC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Saab 9-3 (DY57 VPC) between December 2021 and December 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 14 December 2022 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
DY57 VPC Mileage History
- 14/12/2021139,118 mi
- 16/12/2021139,119 mi+1 mi
- 14/12/2022159,837 mi+20,718 mi
Average of roughly 20,733 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Saab Saab 9-3 NG
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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- CIM (Column Integration Module) FailureSerious
The module in the steering column fails, leading to key non-recognition or stability control errors.
- Rear Suspension "Rose Bush" WearModerate
The outer bushings on the rear trailing arms wear out, causing the rear wheels to "steer" the car.
- Intake Valve Wear (Cold Start)Serious
2007-2009 petrol models can suffer from soft intake valves that lose compression when cold.
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