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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,998 cc

DTS 544MOT history

DTS 544 is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 2 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 160,268 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
160,268 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,733 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DTS 544
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
2 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

DTS 544 was last recorded at 160,268 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 1,036 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,232 miles · 4 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,036 miles
Average per year
6,733 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,268 miles
  • 2024 – 159,232 miles
  • 2022 – 155,572 miles
  • 2021 – 152,476 miles
  • 2020 – 147,376 miles
  • 2019 – 143,357 miles
  • 2018 – 137,354 miles
  • 2017 – 132,941 miles
  • 2016 – 128,204 miles
  • 2015 – 117,715 miles
  • 2014 – 107,662 miles
  • 2013 – 94,337 miles
  • 2012 – 85,193 miles
  • 2011 – 73,835 miles
  • 2010 – 58,823 miles
  • 2009 – 49,996 miles
  • 2008 – 40,878 miles
  • 2007 – 32,632 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,268 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Radiator mountings badly corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,268 miles (+1,036)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    160,268 miles
    Test number
    435736166137
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass159,232 miles (+3,660)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    159,232 miles
    Test number
    265971827429
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass155,572 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    155,572 miles
    Test number
    221546454665
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs corroded inner braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail155,568 miles (+3,092)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,568 miles
    Test number
    701795292354
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs corroded inner braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass152,476 miles (+5,100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    152,476 miles
    Test number
    410168942050
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass147,376 miles (+4,019)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    147,376 miles
    Test number
    596000008136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass143,357 miles (+6,003)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    143,357 miles
    Test number
    550410901656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass137,354 miles (+4,413)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    137,354 miles
    Test number
    624860126232
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass132,941 miles (+4,737)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    132,941 miles
    Test number
    286503388805
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass128,204 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    128,204 miles
    Test number
    277517932128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail128,202 miles (+10,487)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,202 miles
    Test number
    532907770482
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy joint (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  12. Pass117,715 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    117,715 miles
    Test number
    663326231059
    • AdvisoryRadiator mountings badly corroded.

  13. Fail117,715 miles (+10,053)2 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,715 miles
    Test number
    889374454734
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 3 bulges (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRadiator mountings badly corroded.

  14. Pass107,662 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    107,662 miles
    Test number
    856470354336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail107,662 miles (+13,325)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,662 miles
    Test number
    928239744392
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass94,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    94,337 miles
    Test number
    147523843386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail94,337 miles (+9,144)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,337 miles
    Test number
    235631143316
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass85,193 miles (+11,358)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    85,193 miles
    Test number
    629885522351
    • NoteAir bag warning light on

  19. Pass73,835 miles (+1,681)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    73,835 miles
    Test number
    708450221360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail72,154 miles (+13,331)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,154 miles
    Test number
    976773721229
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteN/s front wheel slight distorsion

  21. Pass58,823 miles (+8,827)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    58,823 miles
    Test number
    284667680429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,996 miles (+9,118)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    49,996 miles
    Test number
    393884879166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,878 miles (+47)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    40,878 miles
    Test number
    292509868180
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  24. Fail40,831 miles (+8,199)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,831 miles
    Test number
    661875068135
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  25. Pass32,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    32,632 miles
    Test number
    551744907239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about DTS 544

What vehicle is registration DTS 544 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DTS 544 on a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 2 Jun 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 DTS 544 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DTS 544 is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on DTS 544?
The MOT on DTS 544 is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DTS 544 done?
DTS 544 was recorded at 160,268 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 6,733 miles a year.
Has DTS 544 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DTS 544 has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on DTS 544 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 DTS 544 find?
DTS 544 passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush; rear exhaust mounting defective.

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