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LG59 VBB

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,577 mi
Last recorded63,577 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 63,577 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2025 60,502 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 57,278 miles

Offside Rear tyre has metal stuck in it

Fail 3 Sep 2024 57,277 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear tyre has metal stuck in it

Pass 1 Nov 2022 55,126 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2021 50,409 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 47,722 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 45,468 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 43,140 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 40,414 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 36,314 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 32,571 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 27,449 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all 4 tyres srarting to crack on edges

Fail 23 Sep 2014 27,449 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all 4 tyres srarting to crack on edges

Pass 12 Sep 2013 21,644 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 17,006 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 VBB is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VBB, 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 LG59 VBB registered?

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

Is LG59 VBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 VBB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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