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LM58 FZX

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

185,201 mi
Last recorded185,201 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2023
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM58 FZX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2023 185,201 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all round front amd rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 173,092 miles

exhaust flexy worn

front sub frame corroded

rear tyres on legal limit

Pass 22 Feb 2021 166,391 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 160,332 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 16 Dec 2019 159,539 miles

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

Pass 27 Dec 2018 131,900 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 121,100 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 121,006 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45/18 (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2017 106,796 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 102,813 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 95,059 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle tested in wet conditions

Pass 24 Jul 2015 95,059 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle tested in wet conditions

Pass 21 Aug 2014 87,440 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 85,932 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 77,915 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 69,877 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 69,733 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2012 69,105 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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LM58 FZX is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LM58 FZX, 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 LM58 FZX registered?

LM58 FZX is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 5 February 2009.

Is LM58 FZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM58 FZX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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