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LG59 VFJ

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

159,857 mi
Last recorded159,857 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2016
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 VFJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2016 159,857 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 152,646 miles

Offside Front cv joint noiey

Offside Rear tyre just legal

down pipe slightly blowing

Fail 16 Feb 2016 152,646 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front cv joint noiey

Offside Rear tyre just legal

down pipe slightly blowing

Pass 19 Feb 2015 136,213 miles

n/s/f tyre, outer wall,in poor condition

n/s/r tyre wearing on edge

o/s/r tyre wearing on edge

Pass 22 Nov 2014 129,948 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 115,657 miles

eml light on

Pass 18 Jul 2013 101,982 miles

both front tyres starting to perish

front & rear number plates in poor condition

n/s/r outer side wall slightly damaged

Pass 18 Jan 2013 88,846 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 74,185 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2012 56,006 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 40,205 miles

front number plate starting to deterioate

n\s\r lense cracked

Pass 13 Jan 2011 24,464 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 VFJ is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 VFJ, 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 VFJ registered?

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

Is LG59 VFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 VFJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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