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LG59 UZW

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

96,772 mi
Last recorded96,772 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 UZW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 96,772 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 84,134 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 74,670 miles

Front Road wheel slightly distorted offside and nearside outer rim slightly distorted/ damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2022 69,000 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2021 65,899 miles

Offside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Fail 15 Sep 2021 65,899 miles

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

Offside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Jan 2020 65,788 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 59,060 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 43,298 miles

steering lock malfunction intermittently on display

Pass 9 Sep 2015 35,524 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 28,287 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 28,287 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 23,098 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2012 17,960 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LG59 UZW is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LG59 UZW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LG59 UZW?

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What year was LG59 UZW registered?

LG59 UZW is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is LG59 UZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 UZW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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