2009 Saab 9-3 1.9L Diesel · LG09 VGD
2009 Saab 9-3 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2009. Recorded mileage 174,909 miles. MOT expired on 24 Jun 2026. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-3
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Jun 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 174,909 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LG09 VGD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 03/07/2026
- 174,909 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 13 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (18 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LG09 VGD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Saab 9-3 (LG09 VGD) between May 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 03 July 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (18 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 29 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.
LG09 VGD Mileage History
- 31/05/2024162,479 mi
- 19/05/2025169,325 mi+6,846 mi
- 02/06/2025169,502 mi+177 mi
- 26/06/2025169,693 mi+191 mi
- 03/07/2026174,909 mi+5,216 mi
Average of roughly 5,948 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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