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LR59 MWW

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

120,963 mi
Last recorded120,963 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2016
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2016 120,963 miles

N/s mirror cracked

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 14 Sep 2016 120,963 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Front (3.5.1g)

N/s mirror cracked

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2015 106,157 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2014 93,724 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2014 93,724 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2013 78,447 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 62,955 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 MWW is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 MWW, 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 MWW registered?

LR59 MWW is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 11 September 2009.

Is LR59 MWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR59 MWW shows 7 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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