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SL10 VGF

2010 Saab 9-5

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

108,774 mi
Last recorded108,774 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2010 Saab 9-576,647 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL10 VGF
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 108,774 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear brake backplate missing

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2025 99,308 miles

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 Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 May 2024 89,352 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear shock absorbers misty (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 70,377 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2022 70,377 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 64,405 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2021 64,402 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 30 Mar 2020 62,903 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2020 62,903 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 52,011 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2018 41,938 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2018 41,938 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 32,318 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 26,931 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 26,931 miles

Fuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged detector ring (3.4.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 22,692 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 22,692 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 18,869 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 13,778 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-5?

Based on 735,114 MOT tests across 55,671 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
7,075
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
55,671
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,935
position lamp(s) not working 13,798
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,560
Registration plate lamp not working 10,446
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,497
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SL10 VGF is a 2010 Saab 9-5 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2010 Saab 9-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 76,647 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 9-5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SL10 VGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 16 years old, this Saab 9-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SL10 VGF registered?

SL10 VGF is a 2010 Saab 9-5, first registered on 31 March 2010.

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