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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,998 cc

J16 KLLMOT history

J16 KLL is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 53,575 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

J16 KLL black Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Oct 2026
Mileage
53,575 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,818 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J16 KLL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

J16 KLL was last recorded at 53,575 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 156 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,419 miles · 21 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
156 miles
Average per year
1,818 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,575 miles
  • 2025 – 53,419 miles
  • 2024 – 53,093 miles
  • 2023 – 51,723 miles
  • 2022 – 51,104 miles
  • 2021 – 50,277 miles
  • 2020 – 49,774 miles
  • 2019 – 48,117 miles
  • 2018 – 47,495 miles
  • 2017 – 46,731 miles
  • 2016 – 45,818 miles
  • 2015 – 42,422 miles
  • 2014 – 38,283 miles
  • 2013 – 34,095 miles
  • 2012 – 29,643 miles
  • 2011 – 25,305 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail53,575 miles
  • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 25 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail53,575 miles (+156)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,575 miles
    Test number
    184247573412
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  2. Pass53,419 miles (+326)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    53,419 miles
    Test number
    605950531541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass53,093 miles (+1,370)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    53,093 miles
    Test number
    665996354254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass51,723 miles (+619)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    51,723 miles
    Test number
    369548552216
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass51,104 miles (+827)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    51,104 miles
    Test number
    440452091379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass50,277 miles (+503)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    50,277 miles
    Test number
    977526802136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass49,774 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    49,774 miles
    Test number
    966151609607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail49,774 miles (+1,657)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,774 miles
    Test number
    965883935686
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
  9. Pass48,117 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    48,117 miles
    Test number
    909103455677
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail48,110 miles (+615)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,110 miles
    Test number
    916738358598
    • 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass47,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    47,495 miles
    Test number
    863483821711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail47,495 miles (+764)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,495 miles
    Test number
    581107904474
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  13. Pass46,731 miles (+913)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    46,731 miles
    Test number
    230929325502
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake pads becoming worn
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre on wear bars
  14. Pass45,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    45,818 miles
    Test number
    465911637055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail45,818 miles (+3,396)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,818 miles
    Test number
    736216294048
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' removed (8.3.1e)
  16. Pass42,422 miles (+4,139)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    42,422 miles
    Test number
    989070075074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,283 miles (+4,188)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    38,283 miles
    Test number
    928453074037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,095 miles (+4,452)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    34,095 miles
    Test number
    367054873047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,643 miles (+4,338)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    29,643 miles
    Test number
    259662882086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    25,305 miles
    Test number
    158764681082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J16 KLL

Does J16 KLL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J16 KLL expired on 23 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J16 KLL?
The MOT on J16 KLL expired on 23 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J16 KLL done?
J16 KLL was recorded at 53,575 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 1,818 miles a year.
Has J16 KLL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J16 KLL has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on J16 KLL 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 J16 KLL find?
J16 KLL failed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 1 major defect and 1 advisory: fuel cap/sealing device ineffective split; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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