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SK61 URB

2011 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

143,894 mi
Last recorded143,894 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Saab 9-377,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK61 URB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 143,894 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 126,718 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc pitted / coroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 May 2025 126,692 miles

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel parking brake has very low effort (1.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc pitted / coroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2024 108,282 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 May 2023 94,988 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 May 2022 83,853 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 73,946 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 65,571 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 63,450 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 59,239 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 59,239 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 56,082 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 47,889 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 39,258 miles

both rear tyres cracking

slight tear on nearside wiper blade

Pass 29 Aug 2014 28,223 miles

both rear tyres cracking at tread

emissions too low to read

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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SK61 URB is a 2011 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel 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 SK61 URB, 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 SK61 URB registered?

SK61 URB is a 2011 Saab 9-3, first registered on 1 September 2011.

Is SK61 URB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK61 URB 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.

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