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Saab 9000

Black · Petrol · 1993 · 2,290 cc

L98 GYMMOT history

L98 GYM is a black petrol Saab 9000 first used on 25 Nov 1993. Its MOT expired on 16 Sept 2025 and it has passed 6 of 9 MOT tests, with 152,165 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Sept 2025
Mileage
152,165 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2024
MOT tests
9
6 passed · 3 failed
Per year
355 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L98 GYM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9000
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
25 Nov 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L98 GYM was last recorded at 152,165 miles on 17 Sept 2024, 887 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,278 miles · 19 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
887 miles
Average per year
355 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 152,165 miles
  • 2023 – 149,529 miles
  • 2021 – 149,377 miles
  • 2019 – 146,252 miles
  • 2010 – 146,246 miles
  • 2006 – 145,734 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,165 miles
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded

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.

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

9 tests since 15 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,165 miles (+887)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    152,165 miles
    Test number
    390178975942
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded

  2. Fail151,278 miles (+1,749)2 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,278 miles
    Test number
    253113554126
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension & associated components corroded

  3. Pass149,529 miles (+152)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    149,529 miles
    Test number
    987385065519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass149,377 miles (+3,125)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    149,377 miles
    Test number
    528085350684
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass146,252 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    146,252 miles
    Test number
    838812902566
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail146,251 miles (+5)4 dangerous6 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,251 miles
    Test number
    380435971404
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working with hazard switch (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass is missing

  7. Pass146,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    146,246 miles
    Test number
    853143670216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail146,246 miles (+512)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,246 miles
    Test number
    670501870255
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  9. Pass145,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    145,734 miles
    Test number
    662007926253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L98 GYM

Does L98 GYM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L98 GYM expired on 16 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L98 GYM?
The MOT on L98 GYM expired on 16 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L98 GYM done?
L98 GYM was recorded at 152,165 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2024, an average of 355 miles a year.
Has L98 GYM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L98 GYM has failed 3 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on L98 GYM 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 L98 GYM find?
L98 GYM passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2024 with 2 advisories: parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; front and rear suspension components corroded.

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