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DG10 TZD

2010 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

127,059 mi
Last recorded127,059 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2010 Saab 9-376,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG10 TZD
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 127,059 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 123,814 miles

under body covers fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2023 119,198 miles

Nearside Rear shocker top mounting corroded

Offside Rear shocker top mounting corroded

Pass 16 Sep 2022 115,229 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 110,857 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 108,247 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2020 97,957 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 86,137 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 12 Feb 2018 74,465 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 63,257 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 55,781 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 46,638 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 35,119 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre cracked but not showing cords

Fail 18 Mar 2014 35,119 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre cracked but not showing cords

Pass 11 Jan 2013 19,673 miles

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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DG10 TZD is a 2010 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 DG10 TZD, 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.

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What year was DG10 TZD registered?

DG10 TZD is a 2010 Saab 9-3, first registered on 31 March 2010.

Is DG10 TZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG10 TZD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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