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FJ12 FJA

2012 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

69,908 mi
Last recorded69,908 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Saab 9-354,603 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ12 FJA
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 69,908 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm left (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 May 2025 69,898 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm left (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2024 60,619 miles
Fail 31 May 2024 60,600 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 May 2023 49,811 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 48,909 miles
Fail 17 May 2022 48,909 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2021 47,818 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2020 47,009 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 46,207 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 45,124 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 45,124 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 43,732 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 40,665 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 40,665 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' sucker nav (8.3.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 33,040 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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FJ12 FJA is a 2012 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2012 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 54,603 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 FJ12 FJA, 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 14 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 FJ12 FJA registered?

FJ12 FJA is a 2012 Saab 9-3, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is FJ12 FJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ12 FJA shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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