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FE10 PVT

2010 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

44,305 mi
Last recorded44,305 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2010 Saab 9-376,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE10 PVT
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 44,305 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 43,251 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 41,730 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 39,560 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Dec 2022 39,560 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 37,427 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 30 Nov 2021 37,427 miles

Windscreen washer not working Pump not operating (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 35,612 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight play ()

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 32,941 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 29,538 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 29,538 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2018 29,509 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 25,814 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 22,734 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 19,150 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 15,573 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 12,194 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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FE10 PVT is a 2010 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FE10 PVT, 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

How do I check the history of FE10 PVT?

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What year was FE10 PVT registered?

FE10 PVT is a 2010 Saab 9-3, first registered on 16 June 2010.

Is FE10 PVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE10 PVT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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