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MJ09 LZW

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

123,179 mi
Last recorded123,179 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ09 LZW
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 123,179 miles

EXHAUST CORRODED

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 122,709 miles

EXHAUST CORRODED

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2024 122,301 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Mar 2024 122,301 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 121,550 miles

EXHAUST CORRODED

Pass 8 Feb 2022 120,927 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 120,372 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2020 114,831 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2020 114,827 miles

Fuel system component leaking FILTER (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Feb 2019 99,038 miles

sill protectors fitted

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

engine cover fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2018 82,980 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 67,655 miles

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

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

engine cover fitted

sill protectors fitted

undertray fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2016 50,936 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 47,962 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 45,947 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 38,730 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 29,487 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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MJ09 LZW is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 MJ09 LZW, 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 MJ09 LZW registered?

MJ09 LZW is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 May 2009.

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