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LG59 VGV

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

164,515 mi
Last recorded164,515 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2020
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2020 164,515 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 155,462 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 148,467 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit All 4 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 142,567 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 139,269 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 3 Oct 2015 139,256 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 124,018 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 99,638 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 78,131 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2012 78,131 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 29 Oct 2012 76,183 miles

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)

Fail 29 Oct 2012 76,183 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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)

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 VGV 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 75%.

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 VGV, 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 VGV registered?

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

Is LG59 VGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 VGV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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