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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,985 cc

J9 JJEMOT history

J9 JJE is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 3 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 22 Jun 2023 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 97,041 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Jun 2023
Mileage
97,041 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2022
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,520 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 JJE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
3 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 JJE was last recorded at 97,041 miles on 23 Jun 2022, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,030 miles · 20 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
1,520 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 97,041 miles
  • 2021 – 94,807 miles
  • 2020 – 92,415 miles
  • 2019 – 89,499 miles
  • 2018 – 88,184 miles
  • 2017 – 85,644 miles
  • 2015 – 83,413 miles
  • 2012 – 83,397 miles
  • 2011 – 83,291 miles
  • 2010 – 82,607 miles
  • 2009 – 81,860 miles
  • 2008 – 80,099 miles
  • 2007 – 76,346 miles
  • 2006 – 72,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,041 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front abs wire insecureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Inner Gearbox spline worn resulting in loose driveshaft and oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Leak from driveshaft/gearbox interface

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,041 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    97,041 miles
    Test number
    347620315991
    • AdvisoryOffside Front abs wire insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  2. Fail97,030 miles (+2,223)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,030 miles
    Test number
    463735593548
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch at subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front abs wire insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  3. Pass94,807 miles (+10)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    94,807 miles
    Test number
    274486837692
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Gearbox spline worn resulting in loose driveshaft and oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Leak from driveshaft/gearbox interface (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail94,797 miles (+2,382)6 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,797 miles
    Test number
    791882807705
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged ABS ring split and corroded (1.6 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Ferrule corroded and damp with brake fluid (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust system insecure Backbox hitting spring (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged ABS ring split and corroded (1.6 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Gearbox spline worn resulting in loose driveshaft and oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Leak from driveshaft/gearbox interface (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Backbox severely corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Leak from sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass92,415 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    92,415 miles
    Test number
    721542764136
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  6. Fail92,403 miles (+7)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,403 miles
    Test number
    746894713100
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  7. Fail92,396 miles (+2,897)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,396 miles
    Test number
    238057418174
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  8. Pass89,499 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    89,499 miles
    Test number
    609802124233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absober top mount slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber top mount slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail89,499 miles (+1,315)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,499 miles
    Test number
    174370466741
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absober top mount slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber top mount slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass88,184 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    88,184 miles
    Test number
    868725547864
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  11. Fail88,184 miles (+2,540)2 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,184 miles
    Test number
    543796648299
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  12. Pass85,644 miles (+2,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    85,644 miles
    Test number
    211150318336
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  13. Pass83,413 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    83,413 miles
    Test number
    271965870919
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass83,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    83,397 miles
    Test number
    555731152163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail83,397 miles (+106)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,397 miles
    Test number
    799725942112
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

  16. Pass83,291 miles (+684)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    83,291 miles
    Test number
    849814841148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass82,607 miles (+747)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    82,607 miles
    Test number
    540874440134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  18. Pass81,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    81,860 miles
    Test number
    654259149159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail81,860 miles (+1,761)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,860 miles
    Test number
    713629249159
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) formed using multiple strokes (6.3.4e)

  20. Pass80,099 miles (+3,753)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    80,099 miles
    Test number
    553046738191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass76,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    76,346 miles
    Test number
    192696757125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail76,346 miles (+3,779)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,346 miles
    Test number
    362052557157
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass72,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    72,567 miles
    Test number
    853556836182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J9 JJE

Does J9 JJE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J9 JJE expired on 22 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J9 JJE?
The MOT on J9 JJE expired on 22 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J9 JJE done?
J9 JJE was recorded at 97,041 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2022, an average of 1,520 miles a year.
Has J9 JJE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 JJE has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on J9 JJE 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 J9 JJE find?
J9 JJE passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2022 with 3 advisories: offside front abs wire insecure; oil leak, but not excessive; exhaust system corroded.

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