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DY09 LGZ

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

104,829 mi
Last recorded104,829 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY09 LGZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 104,829 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 95,871 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2024 87,053 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 79,416 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 72,158 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2021 64,926 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 61,903 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 57,321 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 57,320 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 52,169 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 46,704 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 40,928 miles

Offside Rear Child seat fitted o/s/r Unable to check seat belt

Pass 12 Mar 2015 35,278 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Mar 2014 29,648 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 23,808 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 17,245 miles

unable to check n/s/r seatbelt due to child seat fitted

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 LGZ is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LGZ, 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 LGZ registered?

DY09 LGZ is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 6 March 2009.

Is DY09 LGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY09 LGZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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