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LR09 COJ

2009 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

142,822 mi
Last recorded142,822 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR09 COJ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 142,822 miles

Central Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 140,964 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 138,078 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (Inner and outer edges worn) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 135,200 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2 small minor stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 135,178 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

sill covers undercovers fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2021 130,336 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 127,831 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 123,973 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2019 123,973 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 113,661 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 103,244 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 94,251 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 84,726 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)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 74,687 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 64,256 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 53,161 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 42,778 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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LR09 COJ is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LR09 COJ, 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 LR09 COJ registered?

LR09 COJ is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 March 2009.

Is LR09 COJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR09 COJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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