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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,990 cc

K90 KLUMOT history

K90 KLU is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 109,978 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
109,978 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,412 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K90 KLU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K90 KLU was last recorded at 109,978 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 8,988 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,990 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
8,988 miles
Average per year
3,412 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,978 miles
  • 2025 – 100,990 miles
  • 2024 – 96,618 miles
  • 2023 – 96,160 miles
  • 2021 – 96,159 miles
  • 2020 – 96,154 miles
  • 2015 – 96,081 miles
  • 2014 – 93,103 miles
  • 2013 – 90,098 miles
  • 2012 – 86,936 miles
  • 2011 – 81,309 miles
  • 2010 – 71,833 miles
  • 2009 – 66,243 miles
  • 2008 – 60,458 miles
  • 2007 – 53,399 miles
  • 2006 – 46,310 miles
  • 2005 – 38,780 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,978 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • EML Light on

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,978 miles (+8,988)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    109,978 miles
    Test number
    215620382412
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass100,990 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    100,990 miles
    Test number
    597030391810
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside surface corrosion

  3. Fail100,981 miles (+4,363)2 dangerous6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,981 miles
    Test number
    251563424477
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront Slight play in both front suspension top mounts and shock absorbers
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryMain beam warning light stays on
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass96,618 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    96,618 miles
    Test number
    581828962845
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEML Light on
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion - all suspension components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail96,617 miles (+457)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,617 miles
    Test number
    841935495822
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEML Light on
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion - all suspension components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass96,160 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    96,160 miles
    Test number
    915304572231
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongey
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to all suspension components

  7. Pass96,159 miles (+5)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    96,159 miles
    Test number
    583683495128
    • AdvisoryALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE DRY

  8. Pass96,154 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    96,154 miles
    Test number
    653983330703
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust shield loose
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion

  9. Fail96,153 miles (+8)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,153 miles
    Test number
    746975871079
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust shield loose
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion

  10. Fail96,145 miles (+64)2 dangerous4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,145 miles
    Test number
    853109793744
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSide repeater incorrect colour both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 brake discs corroded & in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEML light is on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe weak
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion underside
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatsheild loose

  11. Pass96,081 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    96,081 miles
    Test number
    508641745985
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield adrift
    • AdvisoryEml stays on
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering column at steering wheel

  12. Fail96,081 miles (+2,978)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,081 miles
    Test number
    747577968910
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield adrift
    • AdvisoryEml stays on
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering column at steering wheel

  13. Pass93,103 miles (+3,005)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    93,103 miles
    Test number
    956307904342
    • NoteEngine light stays on

  14. Pass90,098 miles (+19)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    90,098 miles
    Test number
    449238503367
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteAt auxilliary belt area; rotational noise evedent.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSill covers fitted obscuring certain components.

  15. Fail90,079 miles (+3,143)5 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,079 miles
    Test number
    267646603376
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteAt auxilliary belt area; rotational noise evedent.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSill covers fitted obscuring certain components.

  16. Pass86,936 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    86,936 miles
    Test number
    576412692268
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  17. Fail86,936 miles (+5,627)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,936 miles
    Test number
    859412692240
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  18. Pass81,309 miles (+9,476)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    81,309 miles
    Test number
    167471201395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass71,833 miles (+32)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    71,833 miles
    Test number
    540323700336
    • NoteAdvise both front lower suspension arm bushes worn
    • NoteAdvise brakes,steering,suspension and exhaust components all corroding
    • NoteAdvise front and rear brake discs corroded and lipped
    • NoteAdvise front screen damaged
    • NoteAdvise off side front indicator lense damaged
    • NoteAdvise oil leak gearbox area
    • NoteAdvise slight power steering rack,slight movement at fixing points

  20. Fail71,801 miles (+5,558)1 failure8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,801 miles
    Test number
    283681600369
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise both front lower suspension arm bushes worn
    • NoteAdvise both rear tyres wearing unevenly and perished
    • NoteAdvise brakes,steering,suspension and exhaust components all corroding
    • NoteAdvise front and rear brake discs corroded and lipped
    • NoteAdvise front screen damaged
    • NoteAdvise off side front indicator lense damaged
    • NoteAdvise oil leak gearbox area
    • NoteAdvise slight power steering rack,slight movement at fixing points

  21. Pass66,243 miles (+5,785)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    66,243 miles
    Test number
    320396089473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass60,458 miles (+7,059)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    60,458 miles
    Test number
    634308408314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail53,399 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,399 miles
    Test number
    374912587288
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  24. Pass53,399 miles (+7,089)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    53,399 miles
    Test number
    583802987224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,310 miles (+7,530)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    46,310 miles
    Test number
    610790606339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass38,780 miles (+174)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    38,780 miles
    Test number
    854024705342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail38,606 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,606 miles
    Test number
    313077995288
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K90 KLU

Does K90 KLU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K90 KLU is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on K90 KLU?
The MOT on K90 KLU is valid until 25 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K90 KLU done?
K90 KLU was recorded at 109,978 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 3,412 miles a year.
Has K90 KLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K90 KLU has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on K90 KLU 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 K90 KLU find?
K90 KLU passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen.

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