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Saab 900

Black · Petrol · 1996 · 1,985 cc

P203 CJBMOT history

P203 CJB is a black petrol Saab 900 first used on 13 Aug 1996. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 175,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
175,002 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,293 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P203 CJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
900
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
13 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P203 CJB was last recorded at 175,002 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 60 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,942 miles · 19 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
60 miles
Average per year
1,293 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,002 miles
  • 2024 – 174,012 miles
  • 2023 – 173,753 miles
  • 2022 – 173,644 miles
  • 2021 – 172,098 miles
  • 2020 – 170,428 miles
  • 2019 – 168,768 miles
  • 2018 – 166,991 miles
  • 2016 – 165,344 miles
  • 2015 – 163,903 miles
  • 2014 – 162,069 miles
  • 2013 – 159,598 miles
  • 2011 – 155,362 miles
  • 2008 – 151,528 miles
  • 2007 – 149,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,002 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack oily (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,002 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    175,002 miles
    Test number
    671001124695
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal

  2. Fail175,002 miles (+60)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,002 miles
    Test number
    888189883335
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal

  3. Fail174,942 miles (+930)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,942 miles
    Test number
    734897625779
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake just met minimum effort limit.
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Pass174,012 miles (+259)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    174,012 miles
    Test number
    864967127864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass173,753 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    173,753 miles
    Test number
    112629077823
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail173,753 miles (+109)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,753 miles
    Test number
    797865398413
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass173,644 miles (+1,546)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    173,644 miles
    Test number
    939779662543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass172,098 miles (+45)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    172,098 miles
    Test number
    850772442119
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  9. Fail172,053 miles (+46)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,053 miles
    Test number
    880911628133
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  10. Fail172,007 miles (+1,579)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,007 miles
    Test number
    882397552715
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  11. Pass170,428 miles (+1,660)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    170,428 miles
    Test number
    112776005793
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  12. Pass168,768 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    168,768 miles
    Test number
    158346403761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail168,732 miles (+1,741)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,732 miles
    Test number
    268229403800
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  14. Pass166,991 miles (+1,647)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    166,991 miles
    Test number
    532206670508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass165,344 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    165,344 miles
    Test number
    229447377627
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack oily (2.3.3b)

  16. Fail165,314 miles (+1,411)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,314 miles
    Test number
    171422221945
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack oily (2.3.3b)

  17. Pass163,903 miles (+1,834)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    163,903 miles
    Test number
    155706451055
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Wiper smearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass162,069 miles (+2,471)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    162,069 miles
    Test number
    149466144388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass159,598 miles (+4,236)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    159,598 miles
    Test number
    318581273259
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass155,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    155,362 miles
    Test number
    887173881193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail155,358 miles (+3,830)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,358 miles
    Test number
    387313281121
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  22. Pass151,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    151,528 miles
    Test number
    111701578115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail151,525 miles (+1,555)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,525 miles
    Test number
    822591878170
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres 195/65/15 rear195/60/15

  24. Pass149,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    149,970 miles
    Test number
    303553547195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail149,970 miles5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,970 miles
    Test number
    130815937148
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • NoteFront tyres 195/65/15 rear 195/60/15

Questions about P203 CJB

Does P203 CJB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P203 CJB is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on P203 CJB?
The MOT on P203 CJB is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P203 CJB done?
P203 CJB was recorded at 175,002 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 1,293 miles a year.
Has P203 CJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P203 CJB has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on P203 CJB 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 P203 CJB find?
P203 CJB passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; underbody covered in underseal.

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