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LG61 CAU

2011 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

162,709 mi
Last recorded162,709 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Saab 9-377,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG61 CAU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 162,709 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 153,691 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 146,058 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 138,117 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 131,618 miles

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

engine cover/undertray fitted

Fail 25 Oct 2021 131,581 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover/undertray fitted

Pass 3 Nov 2020 125,114 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine cover/undertray fitted

Pass 18 Oct 2019 117,499 miles

engine cover/undertray fitted

Pass 19 Oct 2018 103,891 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

no tow ball fitted at time of test

Fail 19 Oct 2018 103,891 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

no tow ball fitted at time of test

Fail 16 Oct 2018 103,877 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

engine cover/undertray fitted

nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 Oct 2017 91,812 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2016 82,638 miles

nearside front tyre worn inside edge

undertray fitted

Pass 24 Sep 2015 72,630 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2014 65,263 miles

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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LG61 CAU is a 2011 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 77,864 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 LG61 CAU, 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 15 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 LG61 CAU registered?

LG61 CAU is a 2011 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 September 2011.

Is LG61 CAU safe to buy?

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