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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,000 cc

AM53 HBYMOT history

AM53 HBY is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 17 Feb 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 148,856 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Feb 2023
Mileage
148,856 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2022
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,832 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
AM53 HBY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

AM53 HBY was last recorded at 148,856 miles on 18 Feb 2022, 43 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,813 miles · 10 Oct 2019
Between the last two tests
43 miles
Average per year
6,832 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 148,856 miles
  • 2019 – 148,813 miles
  • 2018 – 148,358 miles
  • 2017 – 144,916 miles
  • 2016 – 143,953 miles
  • 2015 – 133,605 miles
  • 2014 – 123,937 miles
  • 2013 – 112,370 miles
  • 2012 – 101,674 miles
  • 2011 – 94,061 miles
  • 2010 – 84,321 miles
  • 2008 – 75,690 miles
  • 2007 – 53,375 miles
  • 2005 – 38,401 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,856 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front & Rear (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,856 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    148,856 miles
    Test number
    212507491108
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front & Rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail148,856 miles (+43)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,856 miles
    Test number
    142568176055
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition Cracked (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front & Rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass148,813 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    148,813 miles
    Test number
    819507570301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail148,753 miles (+395)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,753 miles
    Test number
    435943294782
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass148,358 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    148,358 miles
    Test number
    104064201772
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryHand brake has little reserve travel

  6. Fail148,356 miles (+3,440)1 dangerous7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,356 miles
    Test number
    856614954002
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  7. Pass144,916 miles (+963)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    144,916 miles
    Test number
    522804820481
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is slightly out of shape on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light is on
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

  8. Pass143,953 miles (+10,348)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    143,953 miles
    Test number
    565787975645
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on 2mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light inop
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing out of shape on inner tread
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine check light on

  9. Pass133,605 miles (+9,668)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    133,605 miles
    Test number
    593683730145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass123,937 miles (+11,567)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    123,937 miles
    Test number
    515245444228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass112,370 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    112,370 miles
    Test number
    848617773179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay found at top of steering column

  12. Fail112,370 miles (+10,696)2 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,370 miles
    Test number
    936727273105
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay found at top of steering column

  13. Pass101,674 miles (+7,613)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    101,674 miles
    Test number
    979528922029
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass94,061 miles (+9,740)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    94,061 miles
    Test number
    946322921055
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  15. Pass84,321 miles (+8,631)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    84,321 miles
    Test number
    182856600455
    • NoteFront tyres worn

  16. Pass75,690 miles (+9,475)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    75,690 miles
    Test number
    401647558325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass66,215 miles (+126)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    66,215 miles
    Test number
    120156548019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail66,089 miles (+12,714)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,089 miles
    Test number
    103352648013
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass53,375 miles (+14,974)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    53,375 miles
    Test number
    191288457030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,401 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    38,401 miles
    Test number
    384803955302
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about AM53 HBY

Does AM53 HBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on AM53 HBY expired on 17 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on AM53 HBY?
The MOT on AM53 HBY expired on 17 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has AM53 HBY done?
AM53 HBY was recorded at 148,856 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2022, an average of 6,832 miles a year.
Has AM53 HBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. AM53 HBY has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on AM53 HBY ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on AM53 HBY find?
AM53 HBY passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2022 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front & rear; offside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively.

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