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DU10 VVZ

2010 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

154,977 mi
Last recorded154,977 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 Saab 9-376,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU10 VVZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 154,977 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Feb 2025 148,362 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front disc's (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 139,970 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively N/S & O/S (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 128,970 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2023 128,966 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 120,507 miles

Both Rear Tyres wearing uneven inner edges.

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

Pass 15 Jan 2021 109,140 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 98,758 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 77,138 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 52,454 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 35,679 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 31,412 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 25,023 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 20,034 miles

Both rear tyres cracking and perishing.

Pass 2 Mar 2013 14,534 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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DU10 VVZ 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 DU10 VVZ, 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 DU10 VVZ registered?

DU10 VVZ is a 2010 Saab 9-3, first registered on 8 March 2010.

Is DU10 VVZ safe to buy?

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