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WF11 SEL

2012 Saab 9-3

White Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

60,079 mi
Last recorded60,079 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Saab 9-354,603 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF11 SEL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 60,079 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped and scratched (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Feb 2026 60,079 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords various cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure various cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped and scratched (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 57,960 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2025 57,951 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Sub-frame damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2024 56,621 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 51,686 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 48,109 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 43,789 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 38,168 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 31,756 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 25,224 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 19,283 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 12,227 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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WF11 SEL is a 2012 Saab 9-3 in White with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 54,603 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 WF11 SEL, 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 14 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 WF11 SEL registered?

WF11 SEL is a 2012 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is WF11 SEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF11 SEL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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