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SY11 CYS

2011 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

101,454 mi
Last recorded101,454 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Saab 9-377,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY11 CYS
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 101,454 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 May 2025 96,088 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 88,335 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 81,095 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 78,266 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 72,597 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 67,073 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened Top mountain (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2019 61,616 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 51,927 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 51,927 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached n/s/r shocker top mounting worn (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jul 2017 41,790 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 32,549 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 24,541 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 16,801 miles

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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SY11 CYS 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 SY11 CYS, 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 SY11 CYS registered?

SY11 CYS is a 2011 Saab 9-3, first registered on 29 July 2011.

Is SY11 CYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY11 CYS 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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