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YX61 GVR

2012 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

115,968 mi
Last recorded115,968 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Saab 9-354,603 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX61 GVR
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 115,968 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 May 2025 106,993 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 98,007 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2023 88,607 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 79,136 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 70,135 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 62,754 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 53,996 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 44,624 miles

engine/under/sill covers

Pass 30 Jan 2018 43,505 miles

Offside Rear tyre is on 3mm 225/45/17

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 30 Jan 2018 43,504 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear tyre is on 3mm 225/45/17

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 40,453 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 35,121 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 29,060 miles

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

OSF wiper split

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

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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YX61 GVR is a 2012 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YX61 GVR, 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.

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What year was YX61 GVR registered?

YX61 GVR is a 2012 Saab 9-3, first registered on 3 February 2012.

Is YX61 GVR safe to buy?

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