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MK11 VPL

2011 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

217,790 mi
Last recorded217,790 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2023
Typical for 2011 Saab 9-377,864 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2023 217,790 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 213,315 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 208,233 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 200,493 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 191,050 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear foglamp not working.

Nearside mirror cannot be adjusted to give adequate view to the rear.

Pass 22 Dec 2017 163,879 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2017 163,879 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 12 Jun 2017 145,301 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 124,468 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 107,961 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 89,548 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 73,452 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 56,703 miles

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 VPL is a 2011 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VPL, 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.

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What year was MK11 VPL registered?

MK11 VPL is a 2011 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 March 2011.

Is MK11 VPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK11 VPL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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