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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,796 cc

F7 OLYMOT history

F7 OLY is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 25 Jan 2007. Its MOT expired on 30 Nov 2024 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 71,252 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2023.

F7 OLY blue Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Nov 2024
Mileage
71,252 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,527 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F7 OLY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
25 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

F7 OLY was last recorded at 71,252 miles on 1 Dec 2023, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,236 miles · 29 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
3,527 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 71,252 miles
  • 2022 – 65,040 miles
  • 2021 – 58,240 miles
  • 2020 – 54,516 miles
  • 2019 – 50,726 miles
  • 2018 – 48,705 miles
  • 2017 – 46,104 miles
  • 2016 – 43,028 miles
  • 2015 – 41,123 miles
  • 2014 – 38,754 miles
  • 2013 – 36,249 miles
  • 2012 – 32,643 miles
  • 2011 – 27,049 miles
  • 2010 – 22,410 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,252 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,252 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    71,252 miles
    Test number
    387635845940
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail71,236 miles (+6,196)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,236 miles
    Test number
    847770606269
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass65,040 miles (+6,800)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    65,040 miles
    Test number
    181697791342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass58,240 miles (+1,944)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    58,240 miles
    Test number
    771104548467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass56,296 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    56,296 miles
    Test number
    782321578124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail56,240 miles (+1,724)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,240 miles
    Test number
    851717186552
    • MajorFront Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass54,516 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    54,516 miles
    Test number
    619795175280
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Fail54,516 miles (+3,790)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,516 miles
    Test number
    708642731530
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed split sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Pass50,726 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    50,726 miles
    Test number
    657388565481
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber top mount deteriorated

  10. Fail50,736 miles (+2,031)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,736 miles
    Test number
    457050497328
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber top mount deteriorated

  11. Pass48,705 miles (+2,601)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    48,705 miles
    Test number
    594842489292
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBonnet safety catch seized

  12. Pass46,104 miles (+3,076)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    46,104 miles
    Test number
    749931703193
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBonnet safety catch siezed

  13. Pass43,028 miles (+1,905)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    43,028 miles
    Test number
    484388005587
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

  14. Pass41,123 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    41,123 miles
    Test number
    138452015007
    • NoteOsr tyre worn on inner edge 235/45/17

  15. Fail41,123 miles (+2,369)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,123 miles
    Test number
    515642515099
    • 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)
    • NoteOsr tyre worn on inner edge 235/45/17

  16. Pass38,754 miles (+2,505)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    38,754 miles
    Test number
    967080314039
    • NoteBonnet safety catch siezed
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges 235/45/17

  17. Pass36,249 miles (+3,606)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    36,249 miles
    Test number
    718977413076
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteN/s front tyre worn on edges

  18. Pass32,643 miles (+5,594)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    32,643 miles
    Test number
    736209502059
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass27,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    27,049 miles
    Test number
    518016701018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail27,049 miles (+4,639)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,049 miles
    Test number
    149636701487
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteScrew in offside rear tyre

  21. Pass22,410 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    22,410 miles
    Test number
    563755520006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has a nail in it,
    • NoteNearside rear tyre soft

  22. Fail22,410 miles1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,410 miles
    Test number
    540205320087
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has a nail in it,
    • NoteNearside rear tyre soft

Questions about F7 OLY

Does F7 OLY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on F7 OLY expired on 30 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on F7 OLY?
The MOT on F7 OLY expired on 30 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has F7 OLY done?
F7 OLY was recorded at 71,252 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2023, an average of 3,527 miles a year.
Has F7 OLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F7 OLY has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on F7 OLY 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 F7 OLY find?
F7 OLY passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded; offside front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing.

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