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LG59 VCX

2009 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

148,704 mi
Last recorded148,704 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 VCX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 148,704 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 140,021 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 130,500 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2023 122,319 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 107,565 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 97,971 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2021 97,971 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 89,548 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 77,832 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 71,216 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 64,114 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 64,114 miles

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 56,228 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted....

Pass 9 Sep 2015 49,023 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 42,781 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 35,154 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 27,157 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 VCX is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VCX, 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 VCX registered?

LG59 VCX is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is LG59 VCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 VCX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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