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DY09 LFZ

2009 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

139,017 mi
Last recorded139,017 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2024
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY09 LFZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2024 139,017 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2024 139,017 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 130,620 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 126,709 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 121,233 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2021 121,233 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2020 113,632 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged tyre out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 112,467 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 107,901 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly out of shape 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2018 107,901 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly out of shape 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2017 94,485 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 83,869 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 73,699 miles

Coolant pipe across front of engine - seriously corroded

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Plastic sill covers obscure some prescribed areas

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Feb 2014 62,354 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Feb 2013 51,021 miles

Plastic sill covers obscure some presribed areas

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2012 39,027 miles

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

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

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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DY09 LFZ is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DY09 LFZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY09 LFZ registered?

DY09 LFZ is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 5 March 2009.

Is DY09 LFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY09 LFZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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