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LS09 LXE

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

77,180 mi
Last recorded77,180 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS09 LXE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 77,180 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 76,982 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 76,254 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 74,848 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 72,855 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 70,245 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 68,330 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 65,151 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 63,534 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 58,744 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 52,718 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 42,748 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 33,916 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2014 29,394 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

EML Light on

Fail 1 Feb 2013 22,958 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2013 22,958 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 17,044 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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LS09 LXE is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LS09 LXE, 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 LS09 LXE?

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What year was LS09 LXE registered?

LS09 LXE is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is LS09 LXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS09 LXE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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