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Saab 9-3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

K30 ODSMOT history

K30 ODS is a red petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 22 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 134,302 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Dec 2026
Mileage
134,302 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,925 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K30 ODS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K30 ODS was last recorded at 134,302 miles on 29 Nov 2025, 1,520 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,782 miles · 23 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,520 miles
Average per year
3,925 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 134,302 miles
  • 2024 – 132,782 miles
  • 2023 – 130,794 miles
  • 2022 – 128,597 miles
  • 2021 – 122,545 miles
  • 2020 – 122,535 miles
  • 2019 – 116,700 miles
  • 2018 – 110,747 miles
  • 2017 – 100,467 miles
  • 2016 – 98,747 miles
  • 2015 – 96,417 miles
  • 2014 – 93,543 miles
  • 2013 – 90,749 miles
  • 2012 – 88,221 miles
  • 2011 – 84,808 miles
  • 2010 – 81,264 miles
  • 2009 – 76,781 miles
  • 2008 – 72,324 miles
  • 2007 – 67,491 miles
  • 2006 – 62,607 miles
  • 2005 – 55,827 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,302 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.

  • Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,302 miles (+1,520)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    134,302 miles
    Test number
    223186533603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass132,782 miles (+1,988)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    132,782 miles
    Test number
    762839621310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass130,794 miles (+2,197)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    130,794 miles
    Test number
    120601168430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass128,597 miles (+3,029)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    128,597 miles
    Test number
    951857288214
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass125,568 miles (+3,023)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    125,568 miles
    Test number
    487054296944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass122,545 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    122,545 miles
    Test number
    259394854575
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail122,535 miles (+7)3 dangerous7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,535 miles
    Test number
    610925859142
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced drivers side floor corroded and holed near seat mountings (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced drivers side floor corroded and holed near seat mountings (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLong hand brake travel

  8. Fail122,528 miles (+5,828)1 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,528 miles
    Test number
    112883681488
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced drivers side floor corroded and holed near seat mountings (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour o/s/r side light far to bright (wrong bulb fitted?) (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres low inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLong handbrake travel
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes corroded at rear

  9. Pass116,700 miles (+5,953)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    116,700 miles
    Test number
    919483791373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass110,747 miles (+10,280)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    110,747 miles
    Test number
    483363049756
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under arch (2.4.A.3)

  11. Pass100,467 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    100,467 miles
    Test number
    574660606840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail100,464 miles (+1,717)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,464 miles
    Test number
    958837805841
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor pan (5.2.6)

  13. Pass98,747 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    98,747 miles
    Test number
    608927624332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail98,739 miles (+2,322)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,739 miles
    Test number
    366391197957
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch/bulkhead (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Floor (5.2.6)

  15. Pass96,417 miles (+2,874)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    96,417 miles
    Test number
    675797575556
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to Rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass93,543 miles (+2,794)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    93,543 miles
    Test number
    349720734339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass90,749 miles (+2,528)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    90,749 miles
    Test number
    778522113318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass88,221 miles (+3,413)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    88,221 miles
    Test number
    415185922333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass84,808 miles (+3,544)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    84,808 miles
    Test number
    689063031352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass81,264 miles (+4,483)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    81,264 miles
    Test number
    504620020375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass76,781 miles (+4,457)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    76,781 miles
    Test number
    432267529451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass72,324 miles (+4,833)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    72,324 miles
    Test number
    241217218381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass67,491 miles (+4,884)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    67,491 miles
    Test number
    144336827341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass62,607 miles (+6,780)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    62,607 miles
    Test number
    920892136365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass55,827 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    55,827 miles
    Test number
    633095935375
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about K30 ODS

Does K30 ODS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K30 ODS is valid until 5 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on K30 ODS?
The MOT on K30 ODS is valid until 5 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K30 ODS done?
K30 ODS was recorded at 134,302 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2025, an average of 3,925 miles a year.
Has K30 ODS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K30 ODS has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on K30 ODS 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 K30 ODS find?
K30 ODS passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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