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FE10 PVW

2010 Saab 9-3

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,452 mi
Last recorded45,452 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 2010 Saab 9-376,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 45,452 miles

Both front tyres worn on the inner and outer tread bands.

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Pass 15 Jun 2016 35,152 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Fail 15 Jun 2016 35,152 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn to approx. 2mm (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Jun 2015 23,852 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2015 23,852 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2014 17,217 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside rear tyre starting to perish and slight cracking on sidewalls.

Plastic sill covers fitted.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Jun 2014 17,217 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside rear tyre starting to perish and slight cracking on sidewalls.

Plastic sill covers fitted.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2013 13,695 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 9,218 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 PVW is a 2010 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PVW, 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 PVW?

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What year was FE10 PVW registered?

FE10 PVW is a 2010 Saab 9-3, first registered on 17 March 2010.

Is FE10 PVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE10 PVW shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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