2009 Saab 9-3 1.9L Diesel · MS51 BAR
2009 Saab 9-3 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 25 Mar 2009. Recorded mileage 93,567 miles. MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-3
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,567 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MS51 BAR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/03/2026
- 93,567 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MS51 BAR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Saab 9-3 (MS51 BAR) between March 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
MS51 BAR Mileage History
- 08/03/202273,848 mi
- 27/02/202378,170 mi+4,322 mi
- 05/03/202484,077 mi+5,907 mi
- 13/03/202588,531 mi+4,454 mi
- 10/03/202693,567 mi+5,036 mi
Average of roughly 4,923 miles per year across 5 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: Good
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Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2009 model year cars.
- 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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