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LG09 VHA

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

66,758 mi
Last recorded66,758 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG09 VHA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 66,758 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fuel cap/sealing device deteriorated

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 10 Feb 2026 66,758 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Coolant leak ()

Fuel cap/sealing device deteriorated

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2025 65,536 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fuel cap/sealing device deteriorated

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 64,305 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 62,567 miles

under trays & sill covers fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2022 62,069 miles

sill cover fitted

Pass 19 Feb 2021 61,174 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 59,915 miles

Outer Sill covers fitted.

Pass 22 Feb 2019 58,319 miles

offside & nearside sill covers fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2018 53,732 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 48,834 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 44,290 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 44,188 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 39,514 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2014 32,127 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 26,133 miles

Outer Sill covers fitted.

Pass 18 Feb 2012 19,411 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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LG09 VHA is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LG09 VHA, 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 LG09 VHA registered?

LG09 VHA is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 6 March 2009.

Is LG09 VHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG09 VHA shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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