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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,985 cc

F3 STAMOT history

F3 STA is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 26 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 94,125 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jan 2027
Mileage
94,125 mi
At MOT on 29 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,511 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F3 STA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

F3 STA was last recorded at 94,125 miles on 29 Dec 2025, 1,582 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,543 miles · 27 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,582 miles
Average per year
3,511 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,125 miles
  • 2024 – 92,543 miles
  • 2023 – 90,005 miles
  • 2022 – 87,975 miles
  • 2021 – 86,554 miles
  • 2019 – 83,928 miles
  • 2018 – 81,953 miles
  • 2017 – 81,044 miles
  • 2016 – 76,626 miles
  • 2015 – 74,917 miles
  • 2014 – 74,170 miles
  • 2013 – 73,304 miles
  • 2012 – 71,857 miles
  • 2011 – 70,473 miles
  • 2010 – 68,524 miles
  • 2009 – 65,556 miles
  • 2008 – 60,968 miles
  • 2007 – 56,728 miles
  • 2006 – 24,828 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,125 miles
  • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYRES OLD BUT DON'T APPEAR TO BE DETERIORATING.
  • AdvisoryCENTRE TO REAR EXHAUST JOINING CLAMP RUSTING AWAY.
  • AdvisoryFUEL FILLER NECH NOT FULLY SECURE,ONE FIXING SNAPPED.
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear NSR OUTER BRAKE PAD ANTI-SQUEAL SHIM SEPARATING FROM PAD & CATCHING ON DISC.
  • AdvisoryOffside Front OSF WASHER JETS SLIGHTLY LOW ON SCREEN.
  • AdvisoryRear REAR EXHAUST BOX RUSTING & DETERIORATING BUT NOT LEAKING.

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive GEAR BOX OIL LEAK.

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive SLIGHT GEAR BOX OIL LEAK.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • BOTH REAR TYRES OLD,NSR=2006 YEAR,OSR=2011 YEAR OF MANUFACTURE.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,125 miles (+1,582)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    94,125 miles
    Test number
    549468987736
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYRES OLD BUT DON'T APPEAR TO BE DETERIORATING.
    • AdvisoryCENTRE TO REAR EXHAUST JOINING CLAMP RUSTING AWAY.
    • AdvisoryFUEL FILLER NECH NOT FULLY SECURE,ONE FIXING SNAPPED.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear NSR OUTER BRAKE PAD ANTI-SQUEAL SHIM SEPARATING FROM PAD & CATCHING ON DISC.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front OSF WASHER JETS SLIGHTLY LOW ON SCREEN.
    • AdvisoryRear REAR EXHAUST BOX RUSTING & DETERIORATING BUT NOT LEAKING.

  2. Pass92,543 miles (+1,131)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    92,543 miles
    Test number
    883665210533
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs have slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre dated 2006 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured showing slightly white light (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp washer jet inoperative
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured showing slightly white light (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre dated 2011 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured showing slightly white light (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake flexi hose's appear corroded under the rubber outer casing
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner arch linings to the rear are corroded
    • AdvisoryRear inner brake pads not visible with wheels on

  3. Pass91,412 miles (+1,407)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    91,412 miles
    Test number
    152602213154
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule NSF & OSF BRAKE FLEXI HOSE FERRULES RUSTING. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear NSR TYRE 2006 YEAR OF MANUFACURE.(215-45X17W)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear OSR TYRE 2011 YEAR OF MANUFACTURE.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive SLIGHT GEAR BOX OIL LEAK. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass90,005 miles (+2,030)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    90,005 miles
    Test number
    922963985263
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryALL TYRES ON VEHICLE OLD & DETERIORATING.NSR=2006 YEAR,OSR=2011 YEAR,BOTH FRONTS=2016 YEAR OF MANUFACTURE.(215-45X17W)
    • AdvisoryFUEL FILTER APPEARS TO BE OLD.
    • AdvisoryFront FRONT WIPER BLADES GETTING READY FOR CHANGING.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSF TYRE WORN LOW ON INNER EDGE. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOUTER SILL COVERS FITTED.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured SHOWING SLIGHTLY WHITE. (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords OSF TYRE HAS CUT IN OUTER SIDE WALL CLOSE TO CORDS. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive SLIGHT GEAR BOX OIL LEAK. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner REAR INNER BRAKE PADS NOT VISIBLE WITH WHEELS ON.
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass87,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    87,975 miles
    Test number
    377696833611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail87,975 miles (+1,421)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,975 miles
    Test number
    516351625765
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass86,554 miles (+2,626)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    86,554 miles
    Test number
    278711892445
    • AdvisoryFUEL FILLER NECK SUPPORT BRACKET FIXING MISSING.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear NSR TYRE 2006 YEAR OF MANUFACTURE,ADVISE OLD & DETERIORATING.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear OSR TYRE 2011 YEAR OF MANUFACTURE,ADVISE OLD & DETERIORATING.(215-45X17W)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive GEAR BOX OIL LEAK. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH REAR AXLE BUSHES. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTYRES APPEAR TO BE LOW ON PRESSURE.

  8. Pass83,928 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    83,928 miles
    Test number
    921213557603
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYRES OLD,NSR=2006 YEAR,OSR=2011 YEAR OF MANUFACTURE.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive GEAR BOX OIL LEAK. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR VIEW MIRROR CRACKED IN MIDDLE.
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn BOTH REAR TRAILING ARM BUSHES WORN. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail83,928 miles (+1,975)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,928 miles
    Test number
    369735095557
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt SUSPECT LOOSE REQUIRES NEW CLIP. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYRES OLD,NSR=2006 YEAR,OSR=2011 YEAR OF MANUFACTURE.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive GEAR BOX OIL LEAK. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR VIEW MIRROR CRACKED IN MIDDLE.
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn BOTH REAR TRAILING ARM BUSHES WORN. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass81,953 miles (+909)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    81,953 miles
    Test number
    538942300554
    • AdvisoryNSR TYRE 2006,OLD & PERISHING. 215-45X17W
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn TRAILING ARM BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOIL FILTER CORRODING
    • AdvisoryOSR TYRE 2011 YEAR,OLD & PERISHING.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured REPLACE BULB SOON. (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn TRAILING ARM BUSH. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive GEAR BOX OIL LEAK. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR VIEW MIRROR DAMAGED.

  11. Pass81,044 miles (+4,418)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    81,044 miles
    Test number
    908811296400
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Rear view mirror cracked in middle

  12. Pass76,626 miles (+1,709)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    76,626 miles
    Test number
    413388174223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,917 miles (+747)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    74,917 miles
    Test number
    535532685187
    • NoteEngine management light on

  14. Pass74,170 miles (+30)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    74,170 miles
    Test number
    246181884118
    • NoteEngine management light on

  15. Fail74,140 miles (+836)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,140 miles
    Test number
    676427574107
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteO/s/r footbrake effort low

  16. Pass73,304 miles (+1,447)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    73,304 miles
    Test number
    435084983178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEML on
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust clamp deteriorated

  17. Fail71,857 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,857 miles
    Test number
    265360912127
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass71,857 miles (+1,384)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    71,857 miles
    Test number
    437160312157
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass70,473 miles (+1,949)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    70,473 miles
    Test number
    877098091052
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside inner cv gaitor leaking
    • NoteOffside rear tyre deteriorated

  20. Pass68,524 miles (+2,968)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    68,524 miles
    Test number
    933650310103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,556 miles (+4,588)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    65,556 miles
    Test number
    571122319186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass60,968 miles (+4,240)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    60,968 miles
    Test number
    212062708433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass56,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    56,728 miles
    Test number
    904567807152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail56,728 miles (+31,900)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,728 miles
    Test number
    344494507147
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass24,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    24,828 miles
    Test number
    902803396066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F3 STA

Does F3 STA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F3 STA is valid until 17 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on F3 STA?
The MOT on F3 STA is valid until 17 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F3 STA done?
F3 STA was recorded at 94,125 miles at its MOT on 29 Dec 2025, an average of 3,511 miles a year.
Has F3 STA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F3 STA has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on F3 STA 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 F3 STA find?
F3 STA passed its latest MOT on 29 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: both rear tyres old but don't appear to be deteriorating.; centre to rear exhaust joining clamp rusting away.; fuel filler nech not fully secure,one fixing snapped., and 3 more.

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