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SY11 XAX

2011 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

56,851 mi
Last recorded56,851 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2011 Saab 9-377,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY11 XAX
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 56,851 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 55,747 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 54,178 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 53,662 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 53,065 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 53,065 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 52,157 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 49,406 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 47,569 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 43,398 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 36,332 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 28,308 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 XAX is a 2011 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SY11 XAX, 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 SY11 XAX registered?

SY11 XAX is a 2011 Saab 9-3, first registered on 20 May 2011.

Is SY11 XAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY11 XAX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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