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LG59 VAO

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

67,784 mi
Last recorded67,784 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2022
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 VAO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2022 67,784 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 60,930 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 57,233 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing And close to the limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing And close to the limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Sep 2020 57,233 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing And close to the limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing And close to the limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 55,294 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 51,402 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 51,400 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 48,647 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 45,506 miles

Nearside Front tyre has severe cut but not in excess deep enough to reach ply or cord

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 39,286 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 36,430 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 30,346 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 24,600 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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LG59 VAO is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VAO, 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

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What year was LG59 VAO registered?

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

Is LG59 VAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 VAO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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