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WK11 VAO

2011 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

102,144 mi
Last recorded102,144 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Saab 9-377,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK11 VAO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 102,144 miles

Front Exhaust flexible pipe poor condition

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

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

Fail 7 Oct 2025 102,144 miles

Front Exhaust flexible pipe poor condition

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2024 96,796 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 91,945 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 86,262 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2022 86,262 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 80,281 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 75,621 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 71,656 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 62,502 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 53,776 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 45,604 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 40,865 miles

Nail in tread o/s/rear tyre

Zero emissions detected at tailpipe

Pass 19 Mar 2015 34,010 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 25,363 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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WK11 VAO is a 2011 Saab 9-3 in Grey 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 WK11 VAO, 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 WK11 VAO?

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What year was WK11 VAO registered?

WK11 VAO is a 2011 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2011.

Is WK11 VAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK11 VAO 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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