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LS09 LXT

2009 Saab 9-3

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

235,651 mi
Last recorded235,651 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2018
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS09 LXT
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2018 235,651 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Dec 2017 234,854 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 229,701 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 193,871 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 166,806 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 114,827 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 May 2013 114,827 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 101,959 miles

vehicle has lpg fuel as optional,tested as petrol as gas tank empty.

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 LXT is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 LS09 LXT, 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 LS09 LXT registered?

LS09 LXT is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 May 2009.

Is LS09 LXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS09 LXT shows 8 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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