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SA11 SCV

2011 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

103,697 mi
Last recorded103,697 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 Saab 9-377,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA11 SCV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 103,697 miles

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Corrosion to underside of vehicle

Front Shock absorbers corroded

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 99,028 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 94,869 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 90,931 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2022 90,928 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 84,368 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 77,694 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 74,969 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 70,676 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 64,555 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 60,316 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 55,423 miles

engine covers fitted

underbody covers fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2015 47,613 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 34,462 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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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SA11 SCV is a 2011 Saab 9-3 in Red with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SA11 SCV, 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 SA11 SCV registered?

SA11 SCV is a 2011 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 March 2011.

Is SA11 SCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA11 SCV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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