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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,796 cc

C5 OBYMOT history

C5 OBY is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 29 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 30 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 141,441 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

C5 OBY black Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Nov 2026
Mileage
141,441 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,064 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 OBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
29 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 OBY was last recorded at 141,441 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 4,922 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,519 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,922 miles
Average per year
8,064 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,441 miles
  • 2024 – 136,519 miles
  • 2023 – 130,737 miles
  • 2022 – 121,705 miles
  • 2021 – 111,961 miles
  • 2020 – 102,345 miles
  • 2019 – 90,736 miles
  • 2018 – 78,990 miles
  • 2017 – 67,382 miles
  • 2016 – 58,862 miles
  • 2015 – 53,776 miles
  • 2014 – 48,535 miles
  • 2013 – 42,100 miles
  • 2012 – 35,906 miles
  • 2011 – 28,062 miles
  • 2010 – 17,235 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,441 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBoth inner & outer sills corroded
  • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Central Front radaitor supports excessive corrsion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front radiator support corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,441 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    141,441 miles
    Test number
    827212822543
    • AdvisoryBoth inner & outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail141,441 miles (+4,922)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,441 miles
    Test number
    679718513777
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner & outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass136,519 miles (+5,782)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    136,519 miles
    Test number
    517749276071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass130,737 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    130,737 miles
    Test number
    845825864772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail130,733 miles (+9,028)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,733 miles
    Test number
    402892487053
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass121,705 miles (+9,744)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    121,705 miles
    Test number
    919503248182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass111,961 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    111,961 miles
    Test number
    542205428868
    • AdvisoryCentral Front radaitor supports excessive corrsion

  8. Fail111,960 miles (+9,615)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,960 miles
    Test number
    520719546821
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front radaitor supports excessive corrsion

  9. Pass102,345 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    102,345 miles
    Test number
    710991544053
    • AdvisoryOffside Front radiator support corroded

  10. Fail102,344 miles (+11,608)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,344 miles
    Test number
    159779131878
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front radiator support corroded

  11. Pass90,736 miles (+11,746)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    90,736 miles
    Test number
    268000938101
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front lower radiator bracket broken

  12. Pass78,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    78,990 miles
    Test number
    444217035255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail78,989 miles (+11,607)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,989 miles
    Test number
    913079333763
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass67,382 miles (+193)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    67,382 miles
    Test number
    430337898449
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering knock at column

  15. Fail67,189 miles (+8,327)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,189 miles
    Test number
    169842197656
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering knock at column

  16. Pass58,862 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    58,862 miles
    Test number
    384559666804
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail58,862 miles (+5,086)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,862 miles
    Test number
    337957895198
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass53,776 miles (+5,241)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    53,776 miles
    Test number
    126841102218
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  19. Pass48,535 miles (+6,435)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    48,535 miles
    Test number
    228548214363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass42,100 miles (+98)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    42,100 miles
    Test number
    269172223392
    • NoteNearside rear tyre near 1.6mm. offside rear wheel slight bind

  21. Fail42,002 miles (+6,096)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,002 miles
    Test number
    649630023346
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre near 1.6mm. offside rear wheel slight bind

  22. Pass35,906 miles (+172)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    35,906 miles
    Test number
    825985432396
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront wipers poor

  23. Fail35,734 miles (+7,672)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,734 miles
    Test number
    846518922386
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass28,062 miles (+10,827)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    28,062 miles
    Test number
    217588921360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,235 miles (+2,304)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    17,235 miles
    Test number
    590763230348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass14,931 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    14,931 miles
    Test number
    120387960404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 OBY

Does C5 OBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 OBY is valid until 30 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on C5 OBY?
The MOT on C5 OBY is valid until 30 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 OBY done?
C5 OBY was recorded at 141,441 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 8,064 miles a year.
Has C5 OBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 OBY has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on C5 OBY 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 C5 OBY find?
C5 OBY passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 6 advisories: both inner & outer sills corroded; front subframe corroded; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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