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VA10 LXJ

2010 Saab 9-5

Grey Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

104,604 mi
Last recorded104,604 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 Saab 9-576,647 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA10 LXJ
MakeSaab
Model9-5
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 104,604 miles

Coil spring corroded N/S/F, N/S/R and O/S/R (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2025 104,604 miles

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

Coil spring corroded N/S/F, N/S/R and O/S/R (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 100,814 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 94,032 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 86,769 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 78,854 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 68,014 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 63,345 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 58,709 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 54,329 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 20 Jul 2017 54,278 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 44,958 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 38,156 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 31,931 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 24,978 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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VA10 LXJ is a 2010 Saab 9-5 in Grey with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VA10 LXJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VA10 LXJ registered?

VA10 LXJ is a 2010 Saab 9-5, first registered on 30 July 2010.

Is VA10 LXJ safe to buy?

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