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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,998 cc

K8 KYRMOT history

K8 KYR is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 19 Jul 2004. Its MOT expired on 21 Oct 2022 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 124,114 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Oct 2022
Mileage
124,114 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2022
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,192 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 KYR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
19 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

K8 KYR was last recorded at 124,114 miles on 9 Sept 2022, 5,385 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,729 miles · 19 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
5,385 miles
Average per year
5,192 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 124,114 miles
  • 2021 – 118,729 miles
  • 2020 – 116,598 miles
  • 2019 – 111,301 miles
  • 2018 – 106,643 miles
  • 2017 – 103,347 miles
  • 2016 – 95,110 miles
  • 2015 – 86,412 miles
  • 2014 – 81,355 miles
  • 2013 – 74,237 miles
  • 2011 – 57,199 miles
  • 2009 – 55,021 miles
  • 2008 – 50,753 miles
  • 2007 – 45,466 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail124,114 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySuspension components corroded
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective misting

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective misting

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail124,114 miles (+5,385)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,114 miles
    Test number
    955726460813
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  2. Pass118,729 miles (+2,131)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    118,729 miles
    Test number
    670398339484
    • AdvisoryBonnet release handle insecure but bonnet still releasing
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lens deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washer bottle leaking

  3. Pass116,598 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    116,598 miles
    Test number
    427638779980
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective misting (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective misting (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened slight play (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail116,598 miles (+5,297)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,598 miles
    Test number
    481638614199
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective misting (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective misting (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened slight play (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass111,301 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    111,301 miles
    Test number
    199131393380
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Fail111,301 miles (+4,658)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,301 miles
    Test number
    887394572344
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass106,643 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    106,643 miles
    Test number
    965198366324
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  8. Fail106,643 miles (+3,296)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,643 miles
    Test number
    872181336221
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  9. Pass103,347 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    103,347 miles
    Test number
    695428856955
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brakes discs corroded on edges

  10. Fail103,347 miles (+8,237)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,347 miles
    Test number
    546418505420
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brakes discs corroded on edges

  11. Pass95,110 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    95,110 miles
    Test number
    525676213627
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing thin

  12. Fail95,110 miles (+8,698)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,110 miles
    Test number
    129845779079
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing thin

  13. Pass86,412 miles (+5,057)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    86,412 miles
    Test number
    235292895083
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass81,355 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    81,355 miles
    Test number
    776034334126
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail81,355 miles (+7,118)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,355 miles
    Test number
    308114334188
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass74,237 miles (+222)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    74,237 miles
    Test number
    466257603155
    • NoteBoth rear tyres low tread
    • NoteOil leak drivers side engine

  17. Fail74,015 miles (+16,816)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,015 miles
    Test number
    518283193088
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres low tread
    • NoteOil leak drivers side engine

  18. Pass57,199 miles (+2,178)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    57,199 miles
    Test number
    126117071202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,021 miles (+4,268)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    55,021 miles
    Test number
    663770169175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,753 miles (+5,287)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    50,753 miles
    Test number
    134104818176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    45,466 miles
    Test number
    720498197122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K8 KYR

Does K8 KYR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K8 KYR expired on 21 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K8 KYR?
The MOT on K8 KYR expired on 21 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K8 KYR done?
K8 KYR was recorded at 124,114 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2022, an average of 5,192 miles a year.
Has K8 KYR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 KYR has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on K8 KYR 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 K8 KYR find?
K8 KYR failed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2022 with 8 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced; nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 10 more.

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