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LG09 ZSX

2009 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

159,581 mi
Last recorded159,581 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid90,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG09 ZSX
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector Sport Tid
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 159,581 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 142,887 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 129,193 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 122,938 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 117,356 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 111,758 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 105,772 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 98,076 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 98,063 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 May 2017 91,086 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 83,669 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 83,669 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 May 2015 76,177 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 63,026 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 63,017 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 49,466 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 42,012 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 42,012 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid?

Based on 7,269 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
8,780
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 268
coil spring broken 175
position lamp(s) not working 116
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 100
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 100
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LG09 ZSX is a 2009 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 90,370 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 268 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG09 ZSX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LG09 ZSX registered?

LG09 ZSX is a 2009 Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Tid, first registered on 10 March 2009.

Is LG09 ZSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG09 ZSX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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