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LR59 ASO

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

167,835 mi
Last recorded167,835 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR59 ASO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 167,835 miles

Front Body panel slightly loose lower grill panel + cracked recommend replacement! (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front mirror glass discoloured

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge 225/45 x 18. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2025 160,921 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 May 2025 160,920 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2024 158,996 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 May 2024 158,994 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Out of shape. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 143,820 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2022 143,817 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Oct 2021 132,787 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated bottom ball joint dust cover cracking/perishing (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated bottom ball joint dust cover cracking/perishing (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front seat belt has slow retracting

service light is on

Fail 19 Oct 2021 132,787 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (4.10 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated bottom ball joint dust cover cracking/perishing (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated bottom ball joint dust cover cracking/perishing (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front seat belt has slow retracting

service light is on

Pass 14 Oct 2020 97,173 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 93,898 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 80,787 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 76,807 miles

Offside Front tyre damaged on the outer side wall

Fail 11 Sep 2018 76,672 miles

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

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Front tyre damaged on the outer side wall

Pass 4 Sep 2017 68,442 miles

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

Offside Front tyre damaged on the outer side wall

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 61,887 miles

N/S FRONT TYRE HEAVEY WEAR INNER EDGE.....

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 16 Sep 2015 46,647 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 46,647 miles

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

nail in n/s/r tyre

Pass 22 Sep 2014 30,886 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 24,603 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 20,723 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LR59 ASO is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LR59 ASO, 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 LR59 ASO registered?

LR59 ASO is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is LR59 ASO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR59 ASO shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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