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DU09 LNW

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

187,301 mi
Last recorded187,301 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU09 LNW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 187,301 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper shock absorber mounting brackets have pieces missing both sides but appear secure when tested

Fail 18 Jun 2026 187,228 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn movement between ball joint and hub although bolt is tight (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Upper shock absorber mounting brackets have pieces missing both sides but appear secure when tested

Pass 18 Jun 2025 183,237 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear stop lamp bulbs discoloured

Pass 27 Jun 2024 179,062 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2024 178,957 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 174,796 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

rear exhaust heatshield becoming loose

Fail 22 Jun 2023 174,795 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

rear exhaust heatshield becoming loose

Pass 24 Jun 2022 170,107 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre wall perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 164,545 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Jul 2021 164,513 miles

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 156,758 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 150,284 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 150,268 miles

Rear Fuel cap/sealing device component leaking fuel filter leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 136,480 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 125,559 miles

N/s/r tyre outer side wall perished

All tyres on vehicle nearing legal limit (3mm of tread left)

Both rear side / stop lights slightly discoloured

Pass 4 Jun 2016 100,043 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyre wearing close to limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 90,046 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 90,605 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake pads approx 75% worn

Pass 19 Jul 2014 90,605 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake pads approx 75% worn

Pass 13 Aug 2013 50,805 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 31,629 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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DU09 LNW is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LNW, 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 LNW registered?

DU09 LNW is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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