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MK11 VOD

2011 Saab 9-3

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

46,894 mi
Last recorded46,894 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Saab 9-377,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK11 VOD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 46,894 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer Side Wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 44,429 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 31 Jan 2024 40,839 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 31 Jan 2024 40,838 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Jan 2023 35,674 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Feb 2022 33,361 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 32,898 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2021 32,898 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2020 32,729 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Feb 2020 32,729 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 32,203 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 31,059 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 29,755 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 28,193 miles

Rear no plate slightly faded

Pass 3 Mar 2015 25,860 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 22,980 miles

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

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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MK11 VOD is a 2011 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 MK11 VOD, 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 MK11 VOD registered?

MK11 VOD is a 2011 Saab 9-3, first registered on 10 March 2011.

Is MK11 VOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK11 VOD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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