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LR59 MXS

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

122,405 mi
Last recorded122,405 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 122,405 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2025 116,701 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 111,076 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 107,047 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2023 107,030 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2022 103,077 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 100,954 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Aug 2020 100,954 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 92,034 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 84,310 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 75,692 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 68,086 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2015 63,027 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2014 59,054 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 57,787 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 40,690 miles

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

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

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

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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 MXS is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MXS, 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 MXS?

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What year was LR59 MXS registered?

LR59 MXS is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 24 September 2009.

Is LR59 MXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR59 MXS shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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