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FJ12 FJE

2012 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

49,260 mi
Last recorded49,260 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Saab 9-354,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ12 FJE
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 49,260 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 47,190 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 43,265 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 39,235 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2021 33,626 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 28,024 miles

Rear high level brake light in op

Pass 24 Apr 2019 23,720 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 17,601 miles

nsr + osr tires have age related cracks on the outer sidewalls

Fail 26 Apr 2018 17,601 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nsr + osr tires have age related cracks on the outer sidewalls

Pass 20 Apr 2017 11,909 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 8,886 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 5,922 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 FJE is a 2012 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FJE, 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 FJE registered?

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

Is FJ12 FJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ12 FJE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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