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BN57 LZJ

2007 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

129,893 mi
Last recorded129,893 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-386,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN57 LZJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 129,893 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2024 120,978 miles

Front slight coolant weep engine

Offside Front slight oil weep on pipe

Pass 13 Mar 2024 117,522 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2024 117,517 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 114,584 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 113,356 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 110,007 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 102,715 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2018 94,536 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (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 16 Dec 2017 90,877 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2016 84,979 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 77,475 miles

nearside front tyre cut in sidewall not to cords

nearside rear brake disc slightly pitted

Fail 29 Dec 2015 77,475 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre cut in sidewall not to cords

nearside rear brake disc slightly pitted

Pass 30 May 2014 66,469 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 61,981 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 56,095 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 51,157 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 51,157 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 May 2010 34,696 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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BN57 LZJ is a 2007 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2007 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 86,624 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 BN57 LZJ, 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 19 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 BN57 LZJ registered?

BN57 LZJ is a 2007 Saab 9-3, first registered on 4 September 2007.

Is BN57 LZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN57 LZJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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