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LG59 VGE

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

282,991 mi
Last recorded282,991 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 282,991 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 258,571 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 238,095 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 215,115 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 191,724 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 165,158 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 141,774 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 139,355 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 127,835 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2016 127,834 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 16 Feb 2015 116,216 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

fuel outer cap missing

n/s/f inner brake pad on low side

Pass 16 Feb 2015 116,216 miles

fuel outer cap missing

n/s/f inner brake pad on low side

Pass 9 Jan 2014 107,445 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 84,396 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 VGE is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VGE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LG59 VGE registered?

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

Is LG59 VGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 VGE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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