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RV11 GJF

2011 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,882 mi
Last recorded131,882 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Saab 9-377,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV11 GJF
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 131,882 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 129,945 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2023 125,736 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 121,194 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 105,160 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 104,040 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2020 103,980 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2019 98,846 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 97,742 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 94,308 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2016 94,308 miles

Headlamp aim too high Nsf osf (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 88,505 miles

smoke test to clean

Pass 23 Sep 2014 81,153 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 81,152 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre outer wall slit

Pass 21 Feb 2014 77,227 miles

N/S/F Tyre has sidewall damage (not to cords)

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

Secodary bonnet catch partially seized

Fail 21 Feb 2014 77,227 miles

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

N/S/F Tyre has sidewall damage (not to cords)

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

Secodary bonnet catch partially seized

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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RV11 GJF is a 2011 Saab 9-3 in Red 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 RV11 GJF, 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 RV11 GJF registered?

RV11 GJF is a 2011 Saab 9-3, first registered on 3 March 2011.

Is RV11 GJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV11 GJF 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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