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LC59 XET

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

39,935 mi
Last recorded39,935 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC59 XET
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 39,935 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Nov 2025 39,934 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 28,209 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 23,875 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 22,512 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2022 22,512 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2021 21,177 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 17,908 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 16,540 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 15,813 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 14,574 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 13,413 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 13,413 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 12,518 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen wipers are partially smearing

Pass 10 Nov 2014 10,371 miles

both front tyres worn outer edges

Pass 26 Nov 2013 8,630 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 7,110 miles

nearside front tyre has several cuts and chunks in outer sidewall (not showing cords)

nearside rear tyre has several cuts and chunks in outer sidewall (not showing cords)

offside rear tyre has cuts and chunks out of outer sidewall (not showing cords)

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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LC59 XET is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 LC59 XET, 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 LC59 XET registered?

LC59 XET is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is LC59 XET safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC59 XET shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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