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LG09 VHP

2009 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

130,821 mi
Last recorded130,821 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG09 VHP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2024 130,821 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2024 130,821 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 118,939 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 101,929 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 85,186 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 85,185 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 67,823 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre centre band 225 45 17 ()

Offside Front Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 50,313 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 31,001 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 29,998 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 26,992 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 25,498 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edge and getting close to wear limits

Pass 12 May 2015 23,275 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

small chips in screen

Pass 22 May 2014 20,473 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2013 16,894 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear Tyres deteriorated

nearside Direction indicator switch self-cancel not working

small chips in screen

Pass 24 May 2012 13,360 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 VHP is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol 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 VHP, 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 VHP registered?

LG09 VHP is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 May 2009.

Is LG09 VHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG09 VHP 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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