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LG09 VHB

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,488 mi
Last recorded53,488 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG09 VHB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 53,488 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin around 3mm currently (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both, obscuring beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 4 Feb 2026 53,471 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords large split, with cords visible when weight is on that point (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall. inner edge wearing thin too (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) wearing thin around 3mm currently (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both, obscuring beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light faded to a white light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 38,990 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2025 38,990 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2024 24,542 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 12,084 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 11,883 miles

Nearside Front tyre in poor condition

Pass 11 Feb 2020 11,581 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2019 11,242 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 10,956 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 10,573 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 9,857 miles

both front tyres have cuts but not enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 24 Feb 2015 9,154 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 8,320 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 5,537 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 4,423 miles

n/s/f tyre cut

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 VHB is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VHB, 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 LG09 VHB registered?

LG09 VHB is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2009.

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The MOT history for LG09 VHB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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