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LC09 UAO

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

158,007 mi
Last recorded158,007 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2022
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC09 UAO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2022 158,007 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 142,842 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 134,699 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 123,919 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 123,919 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 113,802 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 113,802 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 103,729 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 103,729 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 89,551 miles

side skirts fitted

Fail 6 Jun 2016 89,502 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 75,306 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 67,157 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 43,751 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 34,052 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise offside rear light lens damaged.

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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LC09 UAO is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 LC09 UAO, 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 LC09 UAO registered?

LC09 UAO is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 11 June 2009.

Is LC09 UAO safe to buy?

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