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FJ12 FKW

2012 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,535 mi
Last recorded61,535 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Saab 9-354,603 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 61,535 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2026 61,535 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 61,465 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 61,324 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2024 61,324 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 61,263 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 60,405 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 59,593 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 59,000 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 57,457 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 55,006 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 51,503 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inside (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Nov 2015 44,222 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 41,681 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 FKW is a 2012 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FKW, 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 FKW registered?

FJ12 FKW is a 2012 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 March 2012.

Is FJ12 FKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ12 FKW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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