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WL11 HLH

2011 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,280 mi
Last recorded46,280 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Saab 9-377,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL11 HLH
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 46,280 miles
Fail 13 May 2026 46,280 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 43,694 miles

Front subframe heavily corroded

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

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

Fail 22 Oct 2024 43,694 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front subframe heavily corroded

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2023 42,005 miles

Corrosion to front subframe

Fail 26 Oct 2023 42,005 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Corrosion to front subframe

Pass 25 Oct 2022 39,761 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 37,667 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 35,863 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 32,355 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 30,142 miles

Both front tyres require immediate replacement. 1.6mm tread depth

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

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

Washers

Pass 28 Jun 2017 27,109 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 23,724 miles

Advise plastic sill covers present at time of test

Pass 16 Jun 2015 19,787 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jun 2014 16,637 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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WL11 HLH is a 2011 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WL11 HLH, 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 WL11 HLH registered?

WL11 HLH is a 2011 Saab 9-3, first registered on 28 June 2011.

Is WL11 HLH safe to buy?

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