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LD09 ZFM

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

155,391 mi
Last recorded155,391 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD09 ZFM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 155,391 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 140,380 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 124,003 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 104,546 miles

outer sill covers fitted, not allowing a full inspection

Pass 5 Jul 2018 89,756 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 89,749 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2017 81,246 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 74,821 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 60,641 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 44,242 miles
Pass 6 May 2013 40,335 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2013 40,288 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 8 May 2012 31,212 miles

exhaust emissions too clean to read

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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LD09 ZFM is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LD09 ZFM, 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 LD09 ZFM registered?

LD09 ZFM is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 8 May 2009.

Is LD09 ZFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD09 ZFM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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