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RV11 NZS

2011 Saab 9-3

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

74,616 mi
Last recorded74,616 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Saab 9-377,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV11 NZS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 74,616 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 73,407 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 70,001 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 67,870 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 65,099 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 63,144 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 62,292 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2019 62,292 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 59,867 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2019 59,867 miles

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 56,602 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 50,732 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 45,502 miles

Sill covers fitted

Pass 21 Jan 2015 39,516 miles

Sill covers fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2014 31,997 miles

Sill covers fitted

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 NZS is a 2011 Saab 9-3 in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RV11 NZS, 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 RV11 NZS?

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What year was RV11 NZS registered?

RV11 NZS is a 2011 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 March 2011.

Is RV11 NZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV11 NZS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV11 NZS have outstanding finance?

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