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Saab 900

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 1,985 cc

L3 OJBMOT history

L3 OJB is a blue petrol Saab 900 first used on 26 Oct 1993. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 152,549 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jan 2027
Mileage
152,549 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,222 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 OJB
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
26 Oct 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 OJB was last recorded at 152,549 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Oct 2019: 133,459 miles, lower than 133,745 miles on 26 Jun 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
152,538 miles · 13 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
1,222 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,549 miles
  • 2025 – 151,971 miles
  • 2024 – 151,364 miles
  • 2022 – 149,493 miles
  • 2021 – 145,046 miles
  • 2020 – 140,460 miles
  • 2019 – 133,782 miles
  • 2017 – 133,745 miles
  • 2014 – 133,693 miles
  • 2011 – 133,104 miles
  • 2010 – 132,070 miles
  • 2008 – 130,766 miles
  • 2007 – 129,286 miles
  • 2006 – 128,286 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,549 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just metRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOuter Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,549 miles (+11)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    152,549 miles
    Test number
    223524842329
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail152,538 miles (+567)4 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,538 miles
    Test number
    535935917126
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Centre floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass151,971 miles (+607)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    151,971 miles
    Test number
    913317961624
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass151,364 miles (+1,871)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    151,364 miles
    Test number
    321985587822
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Floor corroded not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass149,493 miles (+4,447)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    149,493 miles
    Test number
    751001725660
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass145,046 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    145,046 miles
    Test number
    287307908697
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail145,046 miles (+4,586)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,046 miles
    Test number
    319195780520
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Electrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit Near strut top mounting (4.11 (c) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass140,460 miles (+6,678)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    140,460 miles
    Test number
    530245745607
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. The braking system may require adjustment or repair. Nearside slower to engage.
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass133,782 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    133,782 miles
    Test number
    260123173427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail133,782 miles (+323)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,782 miles
    Test number
    508026719107
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. Fail133,459 miles (-286)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,459 miles
    Test number
    296086225501
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass133,745 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    133,745 miles
    Test number
    701224719902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass133,693 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    133,693 miles
    Test number
    589950484002
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Fail133,693 miles (+589)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,693 miles
    Test number
    835303374071
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass133,104 miles (+5)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    133,104 miles
    Test number
    186198211162
    • NotePerishing of most front suspension rubber bushes
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow
    • NoteSlight play in both sides of steering rack
    • NoteSome perishing of front flexible brake hoses
    • NoteSome rust rear brake pipes and ferrules
    • NoteSome under-body and component corrosion

  16. Fail133,099 miles (+1,029)1 failure6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,099 miles
    Test number
    115190011100
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • NotePerishing of most front suspension rubber bushes
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow
    • NoteSlight play in both sides of steering rack
    • NoteSome perishing of front flexible brake hoses
    • NoteSome rust rear brake pipes and ferrules
    • NoteSome under-body and component corrosion

  17. Pass132,070 miles (+1,304)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    132,070 miles
    Test number
    272284560015
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow
    • NoteSlight play in nearside of steering rack
    • NoteSome perishing of both front flexible brake hoses.
    • NoteSome perishing of front suspension rubber bushes.
    • NoteSome under-body and component corrosion.

  18. Pass130,766 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    130,766 miles
    Test number
    143412178425
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Fail130,766 miles (+1,480)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,766 miles
    Test number
    790302278073
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass129,286 miles (+1,000)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    129,286 miles
    Test number
    344006667013
    • NoteRear brake pads low. †Various chips in zone 'a' of front screen.

  21. Pass128,286 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    128,286 miles
    Test number
    932877866024
    • NoteN/S/F tyre wearing away outer edge. †Slight perishing of N/S/F flexible brake hose. †N/S door mirror housing broken. †Front number plate temporarily attached

Questions about L3 OJB

Does L3 OJB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 OJB is valid until 17 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 OJB?
The MOT on L3 OJB is valid until 17 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 OJB done?
L3 OJB was recorded at 152,549 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 1,222 miles a year.
Has L3 OJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 OJB has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L3 OJB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Oct 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L3 OJB find?
L3 OJB passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside parking brake efficiency only just met; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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