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GU10 FYV

2010 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

151,484 mi
Last recorded151,484 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2010 Saab 9-376,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU10 FYV
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 151,484 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 145,648 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 21 Aug 2023 140,033 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2023 140,033 miles

Offside Fuel system component leaking of engine (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 133,217 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 133,207 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))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Aug 2021 125,432 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner tred (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 115,819 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre perishing

Pass 3 Sep 2019 109,072 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 109,072 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 108,714 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2018 108,714 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2016 104,774 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 96,958 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 96,958 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 80,137 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 57,175 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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GU10 FYV is a 2010 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 GU10 FYV, 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 GU10 FYV registered?

GU10 FYV is a 2010 Saab 9-3, first registered on 23 May 2010.

Is GU10 FYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU10 FYV shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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