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J13 ETH

2007 Saab 9-3 Vector

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

129,198 mi
Last recorded129,198 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Saab 9-3 Vector84,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ13 ETH
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2026 129,198 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 127,564 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 126,114 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 125,091 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2023 125,054 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 123,739 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 121,127 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 119,927 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 117,625 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 113,938 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 105,591 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector?

Based on 1,145 MOT tests across 151 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
4,766
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16
coil spring broken 13
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 12
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
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J13 ETH is a 2007 Saab 9-3 Vector in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2007 Saab 9-3 Vector models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 84,513 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J13 ETH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 19 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J13 ETH registered?

J13 ETH is a 2007 Saab 9-3 Vector, first registered on 28 February 2007.

Is J13 ETH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J13 ETH shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J13 ETH have outstanding finance?

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