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RX12 FWU

2012 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

127,683 mi
Last recorded127,683 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Saab 9-354,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX12 FWU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 127,683 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 125,294 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 120,986 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 113,325 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 105,494 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 93,480 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 84,225 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2020 84,225 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 74,093 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 60,608 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 49,525 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 41,910 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 29,427 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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RX12 FWU is a 2012 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 54,603 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 RX12 FWU, 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 14 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 RX12 FWU?

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What year was RX12 FWU registered?

RX12 FWU is a 2012 Saab 9-3, first registered on 3 April 2012.

Is RX12 FWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX12 FWU 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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