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LG09 ZSF

2009 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

162,480 mi
Last recorded162,480 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG09 ZSF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 162,480 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2018 150,637 miles

rear brake disc worn

Fail 6 Jun 2018 150,635 miles

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

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

rear brake disc worn

Pass 24 Jun 2017 136,967 miles

both mirrors in poor condition

nearside inner rack end ball joint has slight play

Fail 24 Jun 2017 136,967 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

1 x reverse light not working

both mirrors in poor condition

nearside inner rack end ball joint has slight play

Pass 3 Jun 2016 120,850 miles

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

signs of a fuel leak from filter

slight exhaust blow , front flexi

Pass 10 Jun 2015 103,273 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 80,290 miles

front discs worn

Fail 4 Mar 2014 80,290 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

front discs worn

offside reverse light not working

Pass 2 Apr 2013 64,397 miles

all tyres close to legal limit

Pass 29 Mar 2012 45,488 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 ZSF is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 ZSF, 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 ZSF registered?

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

Is LG09 ZSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG09 ZSF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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