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Saab 900

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 1,985 cc

L19 OOSMOT history

L19 OOS is a blue petrol Saab 900 first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 145,428 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
145,428 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,431 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L19 OOS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
900
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L19 OOS was last recorded at 145,428 miles on 5 May 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,424 miles · 28 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
2,431 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,428 miles
  • 2025 – 144,161 miles
  • 2024 – 143,693 miles
  • 2023 – 142,226 miles
  • 2022 – 141,102 miles
  • 2021 – 140,706 miles
  • 2019 – 137,270 miles
  • 2018 – 134,472 miles
  • 2017 – 131,926 miles
  • 2016 – 126,692 miles
  • 2015 – 124,833 miles
  • 2014 – 119,442 miles
  • 2013 – 114,635 miles
  • 2012 – 110,985 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,428 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel slightly worn uj (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryHand brake travelRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,428 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    145,428 miles
    Test number
    594344120819
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel slightly worn uj (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel
  2. Fail145,424 miles (+1,263)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,424 miles
    Test number
    150037395940
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch/floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel slightly worn uj (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel
  3. Pass144,161 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    144,161 miles
    Test number
    936539473094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail144,161 miles (+468)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,161 miles
    Test number
    126254089724
    • Repaired at testAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass143,693 miles (+1,467)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2025
    Odometer
    143,693 miles
    Test number
    299883240236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass142,226 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    142,226 miles
    Test number
    508674329013
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both Fronts Perished (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear Axle Corrosion
  7. Fail142,224 miles (+1,122)9 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,224 miles
    Test number
    663956318511
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Trailing Arm Mount Area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shock Absorber Mount Area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Trailing Arm Mount Area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCheck Engine Light On
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both Fronts Perished (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Axle To Caliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Axle To Caliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Rear Flexible Pipes, Caliper To Axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear Axle Corrosion
  8. Pass141,102 miles (+396)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    141,102 miles
    Test number
    983720698844
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass140,706 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    140,706 miles
    Test number
    146487576291
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Fail140,705 miles (+3,435)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,705 miles
    Test number
    729924835289
    • MajorDrive belt excessively worn all x3 (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid engine bay (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass137,270 miles (+2,798)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    137,270 miles
    Test number
    789188109069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass134,472 miles (+2,546)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    134,472 miles
    Test number
    385672861897
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
  13. Pass131,926 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    131,926 miles
    Test number
    268606975742
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  14. Fail131,920 miles (+5,228)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,920 miles
    Test number
    499064662646
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  15. Pass126,692 miles (+33)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    126,692 miles
    Test number
    602935370955
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryClutch release bearing noisey
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryPower steering rack damp
  16. Fail126,659 miles (+1,826)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,659 miles
    Test number
    385628216155
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryClutch release bearing noisey
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryPower steering rack damp
  17. Pass124,833 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    124,833 miles
    Test number
    679995355082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOil leak
  18. Fail124,833 miles (+5,391)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,833 miles
    Test number
    108504155425
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOil leak
  19. Pass119,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    119,442 miles
    Test number
    347794144058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail119,442 miles (+4,807)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,442 miles
    Test number
    239483044058
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
  21. Pass114,635 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    114,635 miles
    Test number
    568642453045
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have inner side wall perrished.
    • NoteEngine oil leak.
  22. Fail114,635 miles (+3,650)8 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,635 miles
    Test number
    339224143021
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have inner side wall perrished.
    • NoteEngine oil leak.
  23. Pass110,985 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    110,985 miles
    Test number
    366766962027
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDeteriorated exhaust.
    • NoteOil leak
  24. Fail110,985 miles2 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,985 miles
    Test number
    538785262062
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDeteriorated exhaust.
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about L19 OOS

Does L19 OOS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L19 OOS is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L19 OOS?
The MOT on L19 OOS is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L19 OOS done?
L19 OOS was recorded at 145,428 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 2,431 miles a year.
Has L19 OOS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L19 OOS has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L19 OOS 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 L19 OOS find?
L19 OOS passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake cable damaged but not to excess; offside rear brake cable damaged but not to excess; steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel slightly worn uj, and 1 more.

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