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N99 MCP

2011 Saab 9-3

Blue Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

144,857 mi
Last recorded144,857 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Saab 9-377,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN99 MCP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 144,857 miles

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing BOTH CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Fail 17 Dec 2025 144,855 miles

Fuel system component leaking FILTER (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure TYRE SIDEWALL SPLIT (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing BOTH CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 140,034 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2023 134,869 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH SIDES (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing BOTH CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Dec 2023 134,869 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH SIDES (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing BOTH CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 130,022 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 9 Dec 2022 130,022 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 30 Dec 2021 125,270 miles

DIESEL EMISSIONS TO CLEAN TO REGISTER

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 29 Dec 2021 125,267 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

DIESEL EMISSIONS TO CLEAN TO REGISTER

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 17 Dec 2020 121,499 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rears (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 118,279 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, shoulder wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Dec 2018 111,796 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Dec 2017 107,332 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (7.1.2)

engine management light on

slight coolant seep (back of engine)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 92,128 miles

eml on

Pass 2 Dec 2014 85,593 miles

eml on

Pass 13 Mar 2014 80,603 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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N99 MCP is a 2011 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N99 MCP, 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 N99 MCP registered?

N99 MCP is a 2011 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 March 2011.

Is N99 MCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N99 MCP shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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