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DY10 XSB

2010 Saab 9-3

Silver Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,865 mi
Last recorded74,865 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 2010 Saab 9-376,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY10 XSB
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Jun 2024 74,865 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 72,968 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 72,968 miles

Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety fuel leak (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Aug 2022 69,352 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 65,084 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 63,271 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 61,164 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 57,268 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 51,852 miles

both front tyres wearing heavily on outer edges

Fail 20 Apr 2018 51,852 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing heavily on outer edges

Pass 25 Apr 2017 45,751 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 39,226 miles

both rear tyres slightly cracking

Pass 24 Apr 2015 32,462 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 27,032 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 24,698 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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DY10 XSB is a 2010 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DY10 XSB, 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 DY10 XSB registered?

DY10 XSB is a 2010 Saab 9-3, first registered on 30 June 2010.

Is DY10 XSB safe to buy?

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