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VE60 JCU

2011 Saab 9-3

Red Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

35,357 mi
Last recorded35,357 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Saab 9-377,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE60 JCU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 35,357 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 34,632 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 32,497 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 31,570 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened o/s/f by inner tierod (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2022 31,570 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened o/s/f by inner tierod (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 31,353 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 30,762 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 29,599 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 26,655 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2018 26,655 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working bulb white (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 23,791 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 21,098 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 17,480 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 12,901 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 9,225 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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VE60 JCU is a 2011 Saab 9-3 in Red 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 VE60 JCU, 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

How do I check the history of VE60 JCU?

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What year was VE60 JCU registered?

VE60 JCU is a 2011 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 January 2011.

Is VE60 JCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE60 JCU 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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