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LS59 FZM

2009 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

161,481 mi
Last recorded161,481 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS59 FZM
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 161,481 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2025 161,481 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Dec 2024 144,519 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2024 144,519 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2023 118,701 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 114,687 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5 mm 1.6 required (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Mar 2023 114,687 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/45/17 w (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5 mm 1.6 required (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 109,034 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 105,018 miles

Rear Tyre tread slightly out of shape

Pass 3 Mar 2020 101,136 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2019 87,840 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 73,021 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres tread distorted

slight blow front exhaust flexi

Pass 3 Mar 2017 59,643 miles

Front and rear axles have different tyre sizes

Pass 3 Mar 2016 45,859 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 45,859 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 33,164 miles

Nearside rear tyre has damage to the sidewall

Pass 5 Mar 2014 19,731 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2012 19,122 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Low emissions Emitter

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Dec 2012 19,122 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Low emissions Emitter

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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LS59 FZM is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 LS59 FZM, 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

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What year was LS59 FZM registered?

LS59 FZM is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 9 December 2009.

Is LS59 FZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS59 FZM shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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