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LG09 ZPR

2009 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

91,632 mi
Last recorded91,632 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG09 ZPR
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 91,632 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2024 79,473 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 72,590 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2023 72,590 miles

Headlamp aim too high BOTH (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 63,882 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2022 63,879 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 56,474 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2021 56,470 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2020 55,058 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 49,052 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 43,613 miles

Nearside Rear BRAKE PAD LININGS LOOK SIGHTLY LOW. WORN

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt GATOR SLIGHTLY DETERIORATED. WORN (2.4.G.2)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH BULBS SLIGHTLY DISCOLOURED (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 38,447 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 33,327 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

diesel engine to clean for smoke test

engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of components

plastic trims fitted to both door seals not allowing full inspection of components

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Pass 21 Feb 2015 25,800 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2015 25,800 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2014 22,701 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2014 22,701 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 17,694 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 13,520 miles

deep cut to n/s/f outer tyre wall nearly to cords

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 ZPR is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZPR, 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 ZPR registered?

LG09 ZPR is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is LG09 ZPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG09 ZPR shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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