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GX12 BCU

2012 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

93,743 mi
Last recorded93,743 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Saab 9-354,603 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX12 BCU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025 93,743 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 90,826 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 87,109 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 75,598 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 63,167 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 62,996 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 60,745 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 50,877 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 58,075 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 53,824 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 53,824 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 48,335 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 36,578 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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GX12 BCU is a 2012 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GX12 BCU, 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

How do I check the history of GX12 BCU?

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What year was GX12 BCU registered?

GX12 BCU is a 2012 Saab 9-3, first registered on 18 June 2012.

Is GX12 BCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX12 BCU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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