CarVerify

Free Car Check

MK11 VLN

2011 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

127,315 mi
Last recorded127,315 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 2011 Saab 9-377,864 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Saab
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK11 VLN
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 127,315 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2024 127,153 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

many parts under car covered in surface rust

Pass 10 Jul 2023 120,866 miles

many areas under car have surface rust

Pass 12 Jul 2022 113,969 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2022 113,969 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2021 107,033 miles

Nearside handbrake weak

Pass 10 Jul 2020 101,917 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 93,757 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2019 93,757 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 85,671 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 72,829 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front brake discs worn

nearside rear tyre sidewall slightly damaged

rear brake discs worn

Fail 23 Mar 2017 72,829 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

battery light on

eml on

front brake discs worn

nearside rear tyre sidewall slightly damaged

rear brake discs worn

Pass 5 Apr 2016 65,370 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 65,370 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid inop (8.2.3)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 57,913 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both sills coverd

Pass 28 Feb 2014 45,607 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 45,607 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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
Full Saab 9-3 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MK11 VLN is a 2011 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MK11 VLN, 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

How do I check the history of MK11 VLN?

You can check the full history of MK11 VLN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MK11 VLN registered?

MK11 VLN is a 2011 Saab 9-3, first registered on 2 March 2011.

Is MK11 VLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK11 VLN shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MK11 VLN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MK11 VLN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.