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LR59 KWX

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

141,981 mi
Last recorded141,981 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR59 KWX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2025 141,981 miles

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides Front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides Rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2025 141,911 miles

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

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides Front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides Rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 133,884 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 132,144 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 130,364 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 126,835 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 120,641 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 112,530 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 104,428 miles

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

Pass 24 Dec 2016 97,460 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 89,203 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2015 89,192 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2015 81,624 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2012 70,025 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 70,025 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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LR59 KWX is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LR59 KWX, 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 LR59 KWX registered?

LR59 KWX is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 October 2009.

Is LR59 KWX safe to buy?

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