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S3 VYB

2011 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

120,765 mi
Last recorded120,765 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Saab 9-575,996 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS3 VYB
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 120,765 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 111,955 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 100,729 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 91,537 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 87,652 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2021 77,200 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 69,940 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2019 69,940 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 65,406 miles

both rear tyres cracking

plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2018 56,271 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 39,633 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 34,012 miles

Nearside Rear wheel tight to turn

Pass 4 Mar 2015 29,722 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2014 27,028 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5?

Based on 735,114 MOT tests across 55,671 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
7,075
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
55,671
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,935
position lamp(s) not working 13,798
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,560
Registration plate lamp not working 10,446
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,497
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S3 VYB is a 2011 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2011 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 75,996 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S3 VYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 15 years old, this Saab 9-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S3 VYB registered?

S3 VYB is a 2011 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 March 2011.

Is S3 VYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S3 VYB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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