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LD59 HRR

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

100,462 mi
Last recorded100,462 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD59 HRR
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 100,462 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2025 100,458 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2024 95,678 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2023 90,135 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Badly cracked and perishing. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing smooth. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Badly cracked. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing smooth. (235/45R17) (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2022 85,416 miles

Nearside Headlamp bracket fractured but lamp unit secured.

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall. (235/45R17) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2021 80,432 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp support bracket broken but secure.

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 70,876 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2019 64,583 miles

Low emitter engine no smoke readings

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

Pass 14 Dec 2018 57,521 miles

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

ZERO EMISSIONS RECORDED

Fail 12 Dec 2018 57,493 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

BRAKE FLUID LOW

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

ZERO EMISSIONS RECORDED

Pass 14 Dec 2017 52,143 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge

zero emissions test result

Pass 12 Dec 2016 45,166 miles

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

zero emissions test result

Pass 14 Dec 2015 38,411 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 30,073 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2014 30,073 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Dec 2013 22,035 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 14,868 miles

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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LD59 HRR is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel 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 LD59 HRR, 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 LD59 HRR registered?

LD59 HRR is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 19 December 2009.

Is LD59 HRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD59 HRR 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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