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X9 HYL

2012 Saab 9-3 SE

White Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

127,786 mi
Last recorded127,786 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Saab 9-3 SE49,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX9 HYL
MakeSaab
Model9-3 SE
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc
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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 127,786 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2025 127,045 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 116,591 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2024 116,495 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 105,662 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 95,105 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2022 95,076 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 70,595 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2019 70,124 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 SE?

Based on 1,167 MOT tests across 218 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
6,897
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
218
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 40
position lamp(s) not working 39
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 26
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 26
Direction indicator incorrect colour 23
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X9 HYL is a 2012 Saab 9-3 SE in White with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2012 Saab 9-3 SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 49,569 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 SE fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X9 HYL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 SE typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 14 years old, this Saab 9-3 SE is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X9 HYL?

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What year was X9 HYL registered?

X9 HYL is a 2012 Saab 9-3 SE, first registered on 1 June 2012.

Is X9 HYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X9 HYL shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X9 HYL have outstanding finance?

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