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LG09 ZSP

2009 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

164,777 mi
Last recorded164,777 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2023
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2023 164,777 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2022 136,499 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 107,997 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 55,588 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 52,107 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 52,107 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 47,872 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 47,871 miles

Fuel system component leaking (diesel filter) (7.2.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 43,327 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 43,327 miles

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 39,316 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Jul 2015 39,316 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2014 34,459 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2013 26,631 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2012 20,918 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 ZSP is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 ZSP, 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 ZSP registered?

LG09 ZSP is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 24 March 2009.

Is LG09 ZSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG09 ZSP shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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