2009 Saab 9-3 1.9L Diesel · FRZ 2053
2009 Saab 9-3 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 17 Mar 2009. Recorded mileage 161,486 miles. MOT expired on 13 Oct 2022.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-3
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 Oct 2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 161,486 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
This vehicle has not had an MOT in the past 5 years. Mechanical analysis was skipped.
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FRZ 2053 Key Findings
- 14 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/10/2021
- 161,486 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FRZ 2053 MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
14 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Saab 9-3 (FRZ 2053) between April 2012 and October 2021.
The record contains 10 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 14 October 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (9 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))”; “Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))”.
FRZ 2053 Mileage History
- 11/04/201230,543 mi
- 07/08/201348,951 mi+18,408 mi
- 19/08/201469,691 mi+20,740 mi
- 02/10/201587,208 mi+17,517 mi
- 02/10/2015139,777 mi+52,569 mi
- 29/09/2016100,324 mi-39,453 mi
- 21/09/2017117,862 mi+17,538 mi
- 25/09/2018133,652 mi+15,790 mi
- 25/09/2018133,652 mi
- 30/09/2019146,514 mi+12,862 mi
- 02/10/2019146,514 mi
- 01/10/2020153,124 mi+6,610 mi
- 04/10/2021161,475 mi+8,351 mi
- 14/10/2021161,486 mi+11 mi
Average of roughly 13,771 miles per year across 14 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- CIM (Column Integration Module) FailureSerious
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- Rear Suspension "Rose Bush" WearModerate
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- Intake Valve Wear (Cold Start)Serious
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