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LG59 VDD

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

160,296 mi
Last recorded160,296 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2021
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 VDD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2021 160,296 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 17 Nov 2021 160,007 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (delaminated across the characters) (0.1 (d))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 154,194 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt rears ()

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

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

plastic covers over sills

Fail 12 Nov 2020 154,194 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt rears ()

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

plastic covers over sills

Pass 29 Apr 2019 137,052 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

bonnet damaged but still secures in a closed position

Fail 23 Apr 2019 136,730 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

bonnet damaged but still secures in a closed position

Pass 26 Apr 2018 123,495 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Malfunction indicator lamp remains illuminated indicating a possible fault

Nearside Rear non obligatory stop lamp not working advise replacement

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

bonnet damaged but still secures in a closed position

coolant reservoir empty

Pass 31 Mar 2017 113,092 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

bonnet has two projections caused by damage

offside front fog lamp damaged

offside front tyre worn on the inner tread area

Fail 31 Mar 2017 113,092 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure X 2 (4.1.D.1b)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

bonnet has two projections caused by damage

nearside front tyre outer wall has cuts

nearside front tyre worn on the inner tread area

offside front fog lamp damaged

offside front tyre worn on the inner tread area

Pass 6 Apr 2016 96,115 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre worn on the inner tread area

offside wiper blade worn, slightly smearing

rear number plate deteriorated and is slightly insecure

Pass 28 Apr 2015 78,985 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 60,068 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

covers fitted to both sills

Pass 3 Apr 2013 38,261 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

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LG59 VDD is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VDD, 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 VDD registered?

LG59 VDD is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 September 2009.

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