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Saab 9-3

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 2,000 cc

8855 DAMOT history

8855 DA is a red petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 3 Nov 2004. Its MOT expired on 20 Jun 2025 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 60,178 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Jun 2025
Mileage
60,178 mi
At MOT on 21 Jun 2024
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,538 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
8855 DA
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
3 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

8855 DA was last recorded at 60,178 miles on 21 Jun 2024, 1,895 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Dec 2013: 38,075 miles, lower than 43,430 miles on 24 Nov 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
58,283 miles · 14 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
1,895 miles
Average per year
2,538 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 60,178 miles
  • 2022 – 58,283 miles
  • 2021 – 56,174 miles
  • 2019 – 54,105 miles
  • 2018 – 51,932 miles
  • 2017 – 49,586 miles
  • 2016 – 47,893 miles
  • 2015 – 45,623 miles
  • 2014 – 43,351 miles
  • 2013 – 38,075 miles
  • 2011 – 43,430 miles
  • 2010 – 32,009 miles
  • 2009 – 24,769 miles
  • 2008 – 21,614 miles
  • 2007 – 18,043 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,178 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,178 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    60,178 miles
    Test number
    987703507413
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  2. Fail60,178 miles (+1,895)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,178 miles
    Test number
    772413069256
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  3. Pass58,283 miles (+2,109)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    58,283 miles
    Test number
    583026279109
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass56,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    56,174 miles
    Test number
    902213925087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail56,168 miles (+2,063)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,168 miles
    Test number
    831290316991
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass54,105 miles (+2,173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    54,105 miles
    Test number
    596244742254
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre's edge slightly worn.

  7. Pass51,932 miles (+2,346)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    51,932 miles
    Test number
    630656445472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass49,586 miles (+1,693)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    49,586 miles
    Test number
    891893258153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass47,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    47,893 miles
    Test number
    360024022959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail47,893 miles (+2,270)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,893 miles
    Test number
    289493723971
    • FailureFront Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

  11. Pass45,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    45,623 miles
    Test number
    468833625368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail45,623 miles (+2,272)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,623 miles
    Test number
    920833412855
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass43,351 miles (+5,276)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    43,351 miles
    Test number
    325347454342
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass38,075 miles (-5,355)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    38,075 miles
    Test number
    565226233327
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edge

  15. Pass43,430 miles (+11,421)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    43,430 miles
    Test number
    768268321317
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass32,009 miles (+7,240)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    32,009 miles
    Test number
    403757220329
    • NoteN/S/R TYRE OUT OF SHAPE INNNER EDGE

  17. Pass24,769 miles (+3,155)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    24,769 miles
    Test number
    721909829384
    • NoteN/s/r tyre outer sidewall damaged
    • NoteRear seatbelts not tested due to rear seat area loaded

  18. Pass21,614 miles (+3,571)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    21,614 miles
    Test number
    160238218331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    18,043 miles
    Test number
    750438217375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 8855 DA

What vehicle is registration 8855 DA currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 8855 DA on a red petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 3 Nov 2004. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 8855 DA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 8855 DA expired on 20 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 8855 DA?
The MOT on 8855 DA expired on 20 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 8855 DA done?
8855 DA was recorded at 60,178 miles at its MOT on 21 Jun 2024, an average of 2,538 miles a year.
Has 8855 DA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 8855 DA has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on 8855 DA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Dec 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 8855 DA find?
8855 DA passed its latest MOT on 21 Jun 2024 with 1 advisory: offside rear nail in tyre.

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