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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

H3 LWRMOT history

H3 LWR is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 168,896 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
168,896 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,423 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H3 LWR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

H3 LWR was last recorded at 168,896 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,889 miles · 9 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
4,423 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,896 miles
  • 2024 – 167,991 miles
  • 2023 – 167,926 miles
  • 2022 – 167,901 miles
  • 2021 – 167,757 miles
  • 2020 – 167,737 miles
  • 2019 – 166,023 miles
  • 2015 – 163,792 miles
  • 2013 – 158,311 miles
  • 2012 – 154,394 miles
  • 2010 – 154,037 miles
  • 2009 – 140,662 miles
  • 2008 – 124,648 miles
  • 2007 – 105,651 miles
  • 2006 – 82,632 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,896 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,896 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    168,896 miles
    Test number
    863159358268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail168,889 miles (+898)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,889 miles
    Test number
    835264091040
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed ehaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass167,991 miles (+65)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    167,991 miles
    Test number
    814320423959
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass167,926 miles (+25)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    167,926 miles
    Test number
    100515627355
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to floor

  5. Pass167,901 miles (+144)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    167,901 miles
    Test number
    791815952432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass167,757 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    167,757 miles
    Test number
    995161140567
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail167,748 miles (+11)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,748 miles
    Test number
    798780776049
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail167,737 miles (+1,714)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,737 miles
    Test number
    294683653066
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorSeat belt missing both rears trapped behind seat (7.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass166,023 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    166,023 miles
    Test number
    692502934752
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail166,001 miles (+2,209)3 dangerous8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,001 miles
    Test number
    504363096859
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Pass163,792 miles (+5,481)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    163,792 miles
    Test number
    245581865013
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass158,311 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    158,311 miles
    Test number
    425184963480
    • NoteO/s/f headlamp has chip in lense

  13. Fail158,311 miles (+3,917)10 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,311 miles
    Test number
    476937553447
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteO/s/f headlamp has chip in lense

  14. Pass154,394 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    154,394 miles
    Test number
    507008142250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail154,393 miles (+356)5 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,393 miles
    Test number
    439557832259
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s/f headlamp chipped
    • NotePlastic sill covers

  16. Pass154,037 miles (+13,375)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    154,037 miles
    Test number
    824457640372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass140,662 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    140,662 miles
    Test number
    103691509279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  18. Fail140,661 miles (+16,013)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,661 miles
    Test number
    351751909253
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  19. Pass124,648 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    124,648 miles
    Test number
    764882618200
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on legal limit
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing low
    • NoteRear number plate fading

  20. Fail124,648 miles (+18,997)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,648 miles
    Test number
    810942418296
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on legal limit
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing low
    • NoteRear number plate fading

  21. Pass105,651 miles (+23,019)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    105,651 miles
    Test number
    324773017266
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass82,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    82,632 miles
    Test number
    794312106261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about H3 LWR

Does H3 LWR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on H3 LWR is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on H3 LWR?
The MOT on H3 LWR is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has H3 LWR done?
H3 LWR was recorded at 168,896 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 4,423 miles a year.
Has H3 LWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H3 LWR has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on H3 LWR 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 H3 LWR find?
H3 LWR passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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