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DU09 LPO

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,585 mi
Last recorded92,585 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU09 LPO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 92,585 miles

Front Flexi pipe slightly deteriorated

Fail 15 Apr 2026 92,585 miles

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

Front Flexi pipe slightly deteriorated

Pass 8 May 2025 91,436 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2025 91,436 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Headlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 89,843 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2024 89,843 miles

Emissions unable to be completed exhaust missing (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 2 May 2023 88,562 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 86,576 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2022 86,570 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 84,569 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 79,780 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 74,454 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2018 69,556 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 62,722 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 58,163 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 50,197 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 50,197 miles

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 43,984 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 37,091 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 27,383 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 LPO is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LPO, 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 LPO registered?

DU09 LPO is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 18 March 2009.

Is DU09 LPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU09 LPO shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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