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AFZ 7968

2010 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

54,304 mi
Last recorded54,304 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2019
Typical for 2010 Saab 9-376,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFZ 7968
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2019 54,304 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2019 54,304 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter area (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Mar 2018 46,471 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2018 46,471 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 40,339 miles

Nearside Outer sill damaged

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint Droplink (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 33,864 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 33,864 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 27,833 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 27,833 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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AFZ 7968 is a 2010 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2010 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 76,001 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AFZ 7968, 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 16 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 AFZ 7968 registered?

AFZ 7968 is a 2010 Saab 9-3, first registered on 2 February 2010.

Is AFZ 7968 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFZ 7968 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.

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