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Saab 9000 CSE

Purple · Petrol · 1997 · 2,290 cc

P181 DPCMOT history

P181 DPC is a purple petrol Saab 9000 CSE first used on 13 Mar 1997. Its MOT expired on 18 Jul 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 151,424 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jul 2024
Mileage
151,424 mi
At MOT on 19 Jul 2023
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,096 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P181 DPC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9000 CSE
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
13 Mar 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

P181 DPC was last recorded at 151,424 miles on 19 Jul 2023, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,407 miles · 14 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
4,096 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 151,424 miles
  • 2022 – 146,843 miles
  • 2021 – 141,940 miles
  • 2020 – 137,102 miles
  • 2019 – 135,700 miles
  • 2018 – 134,255 miles
  • 2017 – 132,356 miles
  • 2015 – 128,739 miles
  • 2014 – 125,446 miles
  • 2012 – 119,277 miles
  • 2011 – 116,388 miles
  • 2010 – 110,535 miles
  • 2009 – 98,846 miles
  • 2007 – 90,904 miles
  • 2006 – 83,272 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,424 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPatches of corrosionRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,424 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    151,424 miles
    Test number
    754674587102
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPatches of corrosion

  2. Fail151,407 miles (+4,564)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,407 miles
    Test number
    696458050814
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPatches of corrosion

  3. Pass146,843 miles (+4,903)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    146,843 miles
    Test number
    819109174194
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPatches of corrosion

  4. Pass141,940 miles (+86)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    141,940 miles
    Test number
    798457761501
    • AdvisoryPatches of underside corrosion

  5. Fail141,854 miles (+4,752)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,854 miles
    Test number
    353657728084
    • MajorRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPatches of underside corrosion

  6. Pass137,102 miles (+1,402)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    137,102 miles
    Test number
    338332874296
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass135,700 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    135,700 miles
    Test number
    138316690971
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle beam rusty (rear)

  8. Fail135,700 miles (+1,445)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,700 miles
    Test number
    726619986251
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle beam rusty (rear)

  9. Pass134,255 miles (+1,899)4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    134,255 miles
    Test number
    354851199083
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass132,356 miles (+3,617)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    132,356 miles
    Test number
    906464334890
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  11. Pass128,739 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    128,739 miles
    Test number
    837379374113
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail128,735 miles (+3,289)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,735 miles
    Test number
    749743327222
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass125,446 miles (+38)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    125,446 miles
    Test number
    106521164169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Fail125,408 miles (+6,131)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,408 miles
    Test number
    116534354169
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass119,277 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    119,277 miles
    Test number
    385660372444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Fail119,277 miles (+2,889)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,277 miles
    Test number
    446825162259
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass116,388 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    116,388 miles
    Test number
    869169041288
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail116,385 miles (+5,850)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,385 miles
    Test number
    456828741263
    • FailureOuter Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass110,535 miles (+11,689)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    110,535 miles
    Test number
    404555150135
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  20. Fail98,846 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,846 miles
    Test number
    464769339199
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass98,846 miles (+7,942)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    98,846 miles
    Test number
    671409939170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass90,904 miles (+7,632)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    90,904 miles
    Test number
    683779417394
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass83,272 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    83,272 miles
    Test number
    202222936394
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about P181 DPC

Does P181 DPC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P181 DPC expired on 18 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P181 DPC?
The MOT on P181 DPC expired on 18 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P181 DPC done?
P181 DPC was recorded at 151,424 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2023, an average of 4,096 miles a year.
Has P181 DPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P181 DPC has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on P181 DPC 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 P181 DPC find?
P181 DPC passed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2023 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; patches of corrosion.

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