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DU09 LNC

2009 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

159,060 mi
Last recorded159,060 miles
Recorded on15 May 2023
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU09 LNC
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2023 159,060 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 151,933 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 147,374 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 135,741 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2018 131,311 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 131,311 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jul 2017 113,993 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 97,577 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 27 Apr 2016 97,577 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flexy pipe (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 82,040 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Nov 2013 72,000 miles

Both rear tyres mishaped on treads

Pass 20 Nov 2012 61,289 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 20 Nov 2012 61,289 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Dec 2011 49,570 miles

Slight uneven wear on rear tyres

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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DU09 LNC is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DU09 LNC, 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.

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What year was DU09 LNC registered?

DU09 LNC is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 19 March 2009.

Is DU09 LNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU09 LNC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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