CarVerify

Free Car Check

PJ61 YVP

2011 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

128,265 mi
Last recorded128,265 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
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

RegistrationPJ61 YVP
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2011
ColourSilver
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

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 128,265 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 117,640 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 107,559 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 99,004 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2021 92,235 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 85,991 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner tyre has flat spots

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 78,956 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2018 71,200 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 61,547 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 51,449 miles

Nearside Front Outer tyre low

Offside Front Outer tyre low

possible tracking fault

Fail 10 Nov 2016 51,448 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Outer tyre low

Offside Front Outer tyre low

possible tracking fault

Pass 2 Nov 2015 41,054 miles

Nearside Rear Outer tyre getting low

Offside Front Outer tyre low

Offside Rear Inner tyre low

Nearside Front Outer tyre low

Pass 3 Nov 2014 30,376 miles

n/s/f tyre low on edge

no emission reading as clean test

o/s/f tyre very low on edge

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

PJ61 YVP is a 2011 Saab 9-3 in Silver 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 PJ61 YVP, 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 PJ61 YVP?

You can check the full history of PJ61 YVP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PJ61 YVP registered?

PJ61 YVP is a 2011 Saab 9-3, first registered on 14 November 2011.

Is PJ61 YVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ61 YVP 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.

Does PJ61 YVP 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 PJ61 YVP. 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.