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LT09 URH

2009 Saab 9-3

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

130,028 mi
Last recorded130,028 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT09 URH
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 130,028 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both side (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2025 130,026 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Marked (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Marked (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Marked (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both side (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 128,366 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 125,699 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Bulb failed, unable to replace at time of day. Arrangements made to replace in next few days (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy No play at present (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Mar 2023 125,699 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear Both bulbs showing white light (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light White light displayed (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour Inner light showing amber light (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy No play at present (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 121,481 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 116,506 miles

Nearside Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Mar 2021 116,506 miles

Nearside Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 112,500 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (i))

offside and nearside rear lights slightly discolored

Pass 21 Mar 2019 107,198 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Apr 2018 102,453 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 96,756 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 96,732 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 89,549 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 84,015 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 79,590 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 68,910 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 23 May 2012 49,224 miles

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

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

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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LT09 URH is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LT09 URH, 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 LT09 URH registered?

LT09 URH is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 May 2009.

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