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Saab 9000 CSE

Red · Petrol · 1996 · 1,985 cc

J9 CSEMOT history

J9 CSE is a red petrol Saab 9000 CSE first used on 16 Feb 1996. Its MOT expired on 6 Jan 2022 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 171,684 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Jan 2022
Mileage
171,684 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,431 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 CSE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9000 CSE
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
16 Feb 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

J9 CSE was last recorded at 171,684 miles on 5 Feb 2022, 264 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Jan 2021: 104,363 miles, lower than 164,284 miles on 21 Dec 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
171,420 miles · 26 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
264 miles
Average per year
4,431 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 171,684 miles
  • 2021 – 104,364 miles
  • 2020 – 164,284 miles
  • 2019 – 158,130 miles
  • 2018 – 150,652 miles
  • 2017 – 141,251 miles
  • 2016 – 128,537 miles
  • 2015 – 117,783 miles
  • 2014 – 112,821 miles
  • 2013 – 111,814 miles
  • 2012 – 110,030 miles
  • 2011 – 108,316 miles
  • 2010 – 106,592 miles
  • 2009 – 104,437 miles
  • 2008 – 103,206 miles
  • 2007 – 102,144 miles
  • 2006 – 100,520 miles
  • 2005 – 98,200 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail171,684 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced WING (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced WING (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 7 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail171,684 miles (+264)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,684 miles
    Test number
    361894210422
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced WING (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced WING (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail171,420 miles (+149)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,420 miles
    Test number
    606472293803
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced WING (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced WING (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail171,271 miles (+66,907)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,271 miles
    Test number
    790930914594
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced WING (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced WING (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass104,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    104,364 miles
    Test number
    334851880055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail104,363 miles (-59,921)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,363 miles
    Test number
    257996153085
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail164,284 miles (+6,154)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,284 miles
    Test number
    372359274183
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass158,130 miles (+11)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    158,130 miles
    Test number
    621365184549
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack/gear has slight play
    • AdvisoryVehicle has underbody surface corrosion

  8. Fail158,119 miles (+7,467)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,119 miles
    Test number
    475265472174
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack/gear has slight play
    • AdvisoryVehicle has underbody surface corrosion

  9. Pass150,652 miles (+101)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    150,652 miles
    Test number
    767586696105
    • MinorHeadlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail150,551 miles (+9,300)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,551 miles
    Test number
    138677201430
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass141,251 miles (+12,714)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    141,251 miles
    Test number
    652461286800
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish

  12. Pass128,537 miles (+10,754)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    128,537 miles
    Test number
    215607135789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass117,783 miles (+4,962)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    117,783 miles
    Test number
    105004405274
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion,rear torsion bars corroded

  14. Pass112,821 miles (+1,007)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    112,821 miles
    Test number
    895980094132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass111,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    111,814 miles
    Test number
    308659983186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail111,814 miles (+1,784)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,814 miles
    Test number
    595169783133
    • FailureFuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  17. Pass110,030 miles (+1,714)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    110,030 miles
    Test number
    706665992109
    • NoteFRONT ANTI-ROLL BAR D BUSHES HAVE SOME WEAR

  18. Pass108,316 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    108,316 miles
    Test number
    275684191416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail108,314 miles (+1,722)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,314 miles
    Test number
    667413791134
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass106,592 miles (+2,155)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    106,592 miles
    Test number
    522536770126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass104,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    104,437 miles
    Test number
    522874199159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail104,435 miles (+1,229)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,435 miles
    Test number
    170894499106
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

  23. Pass103,206 miles (+1,062)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    103,206 miles
    Test number
    234523678497
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass102,144 miles (+1,624)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    102,144 miles
    Test number
    210983197147
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass100,520 miles (+2,320)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    100,520 miles
    Test number
    370526286126
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  26. Pass98,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    98,200 miles
    Test number
    734886395153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail98,200 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,200 miles
    Test number
    870968085144
    • FailureFuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Questions about J9 CSE

Does J9 CSE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J9 CSE expired on 6 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J9 CSE?
The MOT on J9 CSE expired on 6 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J9 CSE done?
J9 CSE was recorded at 171,684 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2022, an average of 4,431 miles a year.
Has J9 CSE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 CSE has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on J9 CSE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Jan 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on J9 CSE find?
J9 CSE failed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2022 with 3 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wing; offside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wing; rear brakes imbalanced across an axle axle 2, and 3 more.

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