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Saab 900

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 2,290 cc

L40 EYXMOT history

L40 EYX is a black petrol Saab 900 first used on 27 Feb 1997. Its MOT expired on 26 Mar 2024 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 114,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Mar 2024
Mileage
114,942 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2023
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,694 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 EYX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
900
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
27 Feb 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 EYX was last recorded at 114,942 miles on 27 Mar 2023, 2,029 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,913 miles · 19 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
2,029 miles
Average per year
1,694 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 114,942 miles
  • 2022 – 112,913 miles
  • 2021 – 112,072 miles
  • 2019 – 108,321 miles
  • 2018 – 105,776 miles
  • 2017 – 101,843 miles
  • 2016 – 100,723 miles
  • 2015 – 100,143 miles
  • 2014 – 98,878 miles
  • 2013 – 97,996 miles
  • 2012 – 97,528 miles
  • 2011 – 95,258 miles
  • 2009 – 95,056 miles
  • 2008 – 92,655 miles
  • 2007 – 89,181 miles
  • 2006 – 86,772 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,942 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion evident on under body and components

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,942 miles (+2,029)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    114,942 miles
    Test number
    643661028080
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion evident on under body and components

  2. Pass112,913 miles (+841)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    112,913 miles
    Test number
    944800179365
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion evident on under body

  3. Pass112,072 miles (+3,751)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    112,072 miles
    Test number
    723323249023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion becoming evident on under body

  4. Pass108,321 miles (+2,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    108,321 miles
    Test number
    395994769159
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion becoming evident on underbody near drain holes

  5. Pass105,776 miles (+3,933)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    105,776 miles
    Test number
    811520409714
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  6. Pass101,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    101,843 miles
    Test number
    599321478819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail101,843 miles (+1,120)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,843 miles
    Test number
    633674335165
    • Repaired at testFuel hose insecure fuel tank breather (7.2.1)

  8. Pass100,723 miles (+580)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    100,723 miles
    Test number
    929056364035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass100,143 miles (+1,265)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    100,143 miles
    Test number
    165314685012
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Pass98,878 miles (+882)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    98,878 miles
    Test number
    259771784006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass97,996 miles (+468)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    97,996 miles
    Test number
    559005403186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass97,528 miles (+2,270)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    97,528 miles
    Test number
    757110812141
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAirbag light constantly illuminated

  13. Pass95,258 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    95,258 miles
    Test number
    267343041435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail95,237 miles (+181)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,237 miles
    Test number
    365736421168
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  15. Pass95,056 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    95,056 miles
    Test number
    190753989133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail95,051 miles (+2,396)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,051 miles
    Test number
    712091189138
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

  17. Pass92,655 miles (+105)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    92,655 miles
    Test number
    191634288116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBulk head flexis when rocking the steering
    • NoteFront and rear Number plate slightly delaminated

  18. Fail92,550 miles (+3,369)9 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,550 miles
    Test number
    291276778166
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBulk head flexis when rocking the steering
    • NoteFront and rear Number plate slightly delaminated

  19. Pass89,181 miles (+2,409)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    89,181 miles
    Test number
    201038677112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass86,772 miles (+190)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    86,772 miles
    Test number
    354674586196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail86,582 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,582 miles
    Test number
    724511786188
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSteering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Questions about L40 EYX

Does L40 EYX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L40 EYX expired on 26 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L40 EYX?
The MOT on L40 EYX expired on 26 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L40 EYX done?
L40 EYX was recorded at 114,942 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2023, an average of 1,694 miles a year.
Has L40 EYX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 EYX has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2017.
Has the mileage on L40 EYX 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 L40 EYX find?
L40 EYX passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2023 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre slightly damaged; slight corrosion evident on under body and components.

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