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LR59 MWU

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

160,488 mi
Last recorded160,488 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2018
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2018 160,488 miles

emmisions will not reed low

Fail 11 Jan 2018 160,488 miles

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

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

emmisions will not reed low

off side rear tyre bold on inner edge and close to canvas and just legal on point of test

Pass 13 Dec 2016 147,820 miles

1 number plate light dim

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

alternator noisy

Pass 7 Jan 2016 135,734 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush Link (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Jan 2016 135,734 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush Link (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 122,186 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Nov 2014 122,186 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 106,282 miles

offside number plate lamp dim

Pass 5 Oct 2012 83,185 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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 MWU is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MWU, 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

How do I check the history of LR59 MWU?

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What year was LR59 MWU registered?

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

Is LR59 MWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR59 MWU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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