Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2010 Saab 9 3 Turbo Edition Tid 150?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2010 Saab 9 3 Turbo Edition Tid 150?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2010 Saab 9 3 Turbo Edition Tid 150?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2010 Saab 9 3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

32% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2010 Saab 9 3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 143 vehicles, the 2010 Saab 9 3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 79.5%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2010 Saab 9 3 Turbo Edition Tid 150?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Saab 9 3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 (2010)

143 real MOT outcomes analysed • 79.5% first-time pass rate

2010 Saab 9 3 Turbo Edition Tid 150

CarHunch analysed 143 real MOT records for the 2010 Saab 9 3 Turbo Edition Tid 150. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2010 SAAB 9-3 Turbo is a below-average bet at the MOT box: only 66.2% pass first time, compared to the UK average of 80%, and a troubling 31.5% of these cars have recorded dangerous defects at some point—well above acceptable. That combination flags serious reliability concerns for a potential buyer.

The median mileage of 89,817 miles is reasonable for a 14-year-old car, but the average 2.27 failures per test and 10.1 advisories per vehicle reveal persistent mechanical issues beyond wear-and-tear. Before buying, have a pre-purchase inspection specifically focus on the turbo system, suspension, and braking components, as these cars are generating failures at a notably higher rate than their peers.

We have limited data for the 2010 Saab 9 3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

79.5%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

31.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.27

Over 9.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

90k

Middle half: 68k–111k

For context

These stats describe 143 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 143 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 31.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Mileage Distribution

Most 2010 Saab 9 3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

89,817

typical

68,257

low mileage

111,422

high mileage

Half of all 2010 Saab 9 3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 vehicles fall between 68,257 and 111,422 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 68,257 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 68,257–111,422 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2010 Saab 9 3 Turbo Edition Tid 150s sit.

⚠ Over 150,419 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2010 Saab 9 3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 57% of 2010 Saab 9 3 Turbo Edition Tid 150s are still active.

56 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 57% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

9.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.27

Avg failures per vehicle

10.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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