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HV10 HRU

2010 Saab 9-3

Grey Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

153,318 mi
Last recorded153,318 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2021
Typical for 2010 Saab 9-376,001 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV10 HRU
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2021 153,318 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2021 153,309 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Jun 2019 129,885 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2019 129,716 miles

Emissions not tested smokes excessively and engine oil overfilled (8.2.2.2 (e))

Offside Front Upper Windscreen in an unacceptable condition large crack (3.2 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 106,346 miles

both rear tyres are slightly worn inner edges and are getting close to the wear markers

front windscreen wipers stating to smear

Pass 23 Jun 2017 85,303 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 85,025 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 72,546 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 56,760 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 40,707 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 25,672 miles

nearside rear tyre starting to perish offside rear tyre starting to perish

Fail 17 Apr 2013 24,809 miles

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Both rear tyres perished

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)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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HV10 HRU is a 2010 Saab 9-3 in Grey with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HV10 HRU, 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 HV10 HRU registered?

HV10 HRU is a 2010 Saab 9-3, first registered on 11 May 2010.

Is HV10 HRU safe to buy?

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