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FJ12 FJC

2012 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,873 mi
Last recorded5,873 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Saab 9-354,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2025 5,873 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 5,649 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 5,549 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 5,376 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 5,004 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 4,296 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 3,800 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 3,298 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 2,577 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 1,900 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 FJC is a 2012 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 FJ12 FJC, 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 FJC registered?

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

Is FJ12 FJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ12 FJC shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FJ12 FJC have outstanding finance?

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