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Saab 9-3

Yellow · Petrol · 1998 · 1,985 cc

MBB 458MOT history

MBB 458 is a yellow petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 8 May 1998. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 166,618 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
166,618 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,839 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
MBB 458
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
8 May 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

MBB 458 was last recorded at 166,618 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 1,689 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,929 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,689 miles
Average per year
4,839 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,618 miles
  • 2025 – 164,929 miles
  • 2024 – 163,023 miles
  • 2023 – 160,068 miles
  • 2022 – 155,094 miles
  • 2021 – 150,894 miles
  • 2020 – 147,465 miles
  • 2019 – 143,269 miles
  • 2018 – 137,766 miles
  • 2017 – 134,202 miles
  • 2016 – 128,461 miles
  • 2015 – 123,292 miles
  • 2012 – 116,869 miles
  • 2011 – 110,839 miles
  • 2010 – 105,221 miles
  • 2009 – 98,587 miles
  • 2008 – 91,348 miles
  • 2007 – 82,081 miles
  • 2006 – 72,240 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,618 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryEngine management light on

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis rail to bulkhead

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 20 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,618 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    166,618 miles
    Test number
    617958734703
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  2. Fail166,616 miles (+1,687)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,616 miles
    Test number
    647536472637
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust system insecure mounting missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  3. Pass164,929 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    164,929 miles
    Test number
    574535644506
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail164,927 miles (+1,904)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,927 miles
    Test number
    354863471603
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass163,023 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    163,023 miles
    Test number
    768811968260
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis rail to bulkhead (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail163,021 miles (+2,953)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,021 miles
    Test number
    749802015987
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leaking round clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis rail to bulkhead (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass160,068 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    160,068 miles
    Test number
    114909464194
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack at nearside. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper end loose and insecure.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre wall damaged in 2 places. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail160,065 miles (+4,971)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,065 miles
    Test number
    490567276369
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper end loose and insecure.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre wall damaged in 2 places. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass155,094 miles (+4)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    155,094 miles
    Test number
    241778888913
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail155,090 miles (+4,196)1 dangerous10 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,090 miles
    Test number
    134827565849
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  11. Pass150,894 miles (+3,429)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    150,894 miles
    Test number
    360800255935
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass147,465 miles (+6)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    147,465 miles
    Test number
    281916157567
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged dig on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor starting too corrode

  13. Fail147,459 miles (+4,190)5 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,459 miles
    Test number
    688083294055
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flex pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged dig on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor starting too corrode

  14. Pass143,269 miles (+5,503)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    143,269 miles
    Test number
    860182212783
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror damaged
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass137,766 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    137,766 miles
    Test number
    607351075831
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres feathered

  16. Fail137,764 miles (+3,562)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,764 miles
    Test number
    508006382505
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres feathered

  17. Pass134,202 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    134,202 miles
    Test number
    417122899083
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear spring holder corroded at top
    • AdvisoryDrivers door mirror damaged

  18. Fail134,138 miles (+5,677)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,138 miles
    Test number
    253179893818
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear spring holder corroded at top
    • AdvisoryDrivers door mirror damaged

  19. Pass128,461 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    128,461 miles
    Test number
    438375071668
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryDrivers mirror glass cracked
    • AdvisoryFront tyres inner edges worn

  20. Fail128,459 miles (+5,167)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,459 miles
    Test number
    706115141761
    • 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)
    • FailureFront registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryDrivers mirror glass cracked
    • AdvisoryFront tyres inner edges worn

  21. Pass123,292 miles (+6,423)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    123,292 miles
    Test number
    767512275020
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass116,869 miles (+6,030)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    116,869 miles
    Test number
    809716302213
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass110,839 miles (+5,618)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    110,839 miles
    Test number
    959222191198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass105,221 miles (+6,634)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    105,221 miles
    Test number
    623557790185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Pass98,587 miles (+7,239)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    98,587 miles
    Test number
    834895199136
    • NoteHANDBRAKE HAS LONG TRAVEL

  26. Pass91,348 miles (+9,267)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    91,348 miles
    Test number
    523258998177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Fail82,081 miles2 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,081 miles
    Test number
    150189297181
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • NoteNs wiper blade smearing
    • NoteNsf tyre inner wall damaged just acceptable
    • NoteNsr tyre wall damaged,worn on inner edge
    • NoteOsf tyre close to inner wheel arch cover,cover slightly loose
    • NotePlay in osf lower suspension ball joint just acceptable

  28. Pass82,081 miles (+9,841)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    82,081 miles
    Test number
    433919797121
    • NoteNs wiper blade smearing
    • NoteNsf tyre inner wall damaged just acceptable
    • NoteNsr tyre wall damaged,worn on inner edge
    • NoteOsf tyre close to inner wheel arch cover,cover slightly loose
    • NotePlay in osf lower suspension ball joint just acceptable

  29. Pass72,240 miles (+6)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    72,240 miles
    Test number
    861022006274
    • NoteSee advise sheet issued on 20/07/2006,test number 304101706448

  30. Fail72,234 miles1 dangerous1 failure1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,234 miles
    Test number
    304101706448
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront brake pads and discs worn

Questions about MBB 458

What vehicle is registration MBB 458 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show MBB 458 on a yellow petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 8 May 1998. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does MBB 458 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on MBB 458 is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on MBB 458?
The MOT on MBB 458 is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has MBB 458 done?
MBB 458 was recorded at 166,618 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 4,839 miles a year.
Has MBB 458 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. MBB 458 has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on MBB 458 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 MBB 458 find?
MBB 458 passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre obviously under inflated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose, and 3 more.

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