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LG59 VEH

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,092 mi
Last recorded115,092 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2019
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2019 115,092 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 106,759 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 106,754 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2017 95,709 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 95,702 miles

Fuel system component leaking FILTER ON TANK (7.2.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 85,049 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit heavily worn on inner edge and nail in tread (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn heavily on outer edge 235/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre worn to limit

Pass 3 Aug 2015 72,369 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 60,205 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 60,202 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2013 48,966 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Aug 2013 48,960 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 37,561 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 VEH is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 VEH, 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 VEH registered?

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

Is LG59 VEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 VEH shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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