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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,910 cc

P29 POLMOT history

P29 POL is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 18 Jun 2010. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 143,060 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

P29 POL black Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Saab 9-3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jun 2027
Mileage
143,060 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,167 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P29 POL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
18 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P29 POL was last recorded at 143,060 miles on 20 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,060 miles · 18 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,167 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,060 miles
  • 2025 – 140,098 miles
  • 2024 – 135,129 miles
  • 2023 – 129,799 miles
  • 2022 – 123,183 miles
  • 2019 – 116,346 miles
  • 2018 – 106,301 miles
  • 2017 – 98,034 miles
  • 2016 – 89,215 miles
  • 2015 – 85,979 miles
  • 2014 – 67,827 miles
  • 2013 – 50,169 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,060 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryO/s n/s inner sills slightly corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Coil spring corroded n/s front and o/s rear slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear anti-roll bar has started to rust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 3 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,060 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    143,060 miles
    Test number
    747586814615
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s n/s inner sills slightly corroded
  2. Fail143,060 miles (+2,962)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,060 miles
    Test number
    155361009097
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s n/s inner sills slightly corroded
  3. Pass140,098 miles (+4,969)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    140,098 miles
    Test number
    706826345733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass135,129 miles (+5,330)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    135,129 miles
    Test number
    744905931424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass129,799 miles (+6,616)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    129,799 miles
    Test number
    464380913862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass123,183 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    123,183 miles
    Test number
    147418404153
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded n/s front and o/s rear slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear anti-roll bar has started to rust
  7. Fail123,183 miles (+6,837)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,183 miles
    Test number
    591963278059
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded n/s front and o/s rear slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear anti-roll bar has started to rust
  8. Pass116,346 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    116,346 miles
    Test number
    966587964772
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail116,346 miles (+10,045)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,346 miles
    Test number
    988742381820
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine Emissions Test Failed (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass106,301 miles (+8,267)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2019
    Odometer
    106,301 miles
    Test number
    951552341274
    • AdvisoryTorsion bar modified but not seriously weakened anti-rollbar dust cover deterioated. (2.4.A.2)
  11. Pass98,034 miles (+8,819)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    98,034 miles
    Test number
    224453258849
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  12. Pass89,215 miles (+3,236)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    89,215 miles
    Test number
    224493471828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass85,979 miles (+18,152)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    85,979 miles
    Test number
    967560045121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteTYRE SIZE 235/45/17
  14. Pass67,827 miles (+17,658)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    67,827 miles
    Test number
    956912544113
    • NoteOsf tyre bald on outer edge
  15. Pass50,169 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    50,169 miles
    Test number
    427984153159
    • NoteTYRE SIZE 235/45/17
    • NoteRear tyres worn on edges

Questions about P29 POL

Does P29 POL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P29 POL is valid until 6 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on P29 POL?
The MOT on P29 POL is valid until 6 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P29 POL done?
P29 POL was recorded at 143,060 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 7,167 miles a year.
Has P29 POL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P29 POL has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on P29 POL 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 P29 POL find?
P29 POL passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; o/s n/s inner sills slightly corroded.

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