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LG59 VGT

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

171,120 mi
Last recorded171,120 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2019
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2019 171,120 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 Dec 2019 171,120 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 161,098 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 153,077 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 142,572 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 135,608 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low on edges 225/45/18 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Feb 2016 135,606 miles

Offside Front Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low on edges 225/45/18 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 123,219 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2015 123,219 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 86,371 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2014 86,369 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 67,084 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 VGT 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 VGT, 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

How do I check the history of LG59 VGT?

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What year was LG59 VGT registered?

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

Is LG59 VGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 VGT 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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