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LR09 CPY

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

73,780 mi
Last recorded73,780 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR09 CPY
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 73,780 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive from rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 71,467 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2024 69,331 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Mar 2024 69,331 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 66,689 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2023 66,689 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split rubbers - smearing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split rubbers - smearing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 64,134 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on the edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge near legal limit approx 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Mar 2022 64,134 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on the edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge near legal limit approx 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 61,958 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting near legal limit 2.4mm v 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 59,746 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 57,121 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2019 57,121 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 53,751 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2018 53,751 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2017 50,302 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 47,464 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 43,050 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 43,047 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 39,184 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 32,526 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

offside front tyre has several chunks out of outer sidewall not showing cords

offside rear tyre has a chunk out of outer sidewall not showing cords

Fail 24 Apr 2013 32,523 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

offside front tyre has several chunks out of outer sidewall not showing cords

offside rear tyre has a chunk out of outer sidewall not showing cords

Pass 10 May 2012 23,970 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

offside rear tyre have several chunks out of outer sidewall (not showing cords)

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 CPY is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 LR09 CPY, 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 LR09 CPY registered?

LR09 CPY is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is LR09 CPY safe to buy?

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