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LR59 MWK

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

139,168 mi
Last recorded139,168 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2023 139,168 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 136,779 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer brake pad crumbling/ poor condition

Pass 3 Nov 2021 133,736 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 3 Nov 2021 133,736 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 132,861 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 132,444 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 131,175 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2018 131,154 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 130,292 miles

both rear tyres starting to wear on inner edges

Pass 28 Oct 2016 113,439 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 96,396 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 96,396 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2014 76,052 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 57,469 miles

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

emissions too clean for dsm to detect

Pass 12 Nov 2012 41,515 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 MWK is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey 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 MWK, 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 MWK registered?

LR59 MWK is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 11 November 2009.

Is LR59 MWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR59 MWK shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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