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Saab 9-3

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

R16 JREMOT history

R16 JRE is a grey diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 25 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 99,066 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2026.

R16 JRE grey Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
99,066 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,649 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 JRE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 JRE was last recorded at 99,066 miles on 24 Jan 2026, 11,647 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,419 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
11,647 miles
Average per year
5,649 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,066 miles
  • 2025 – 87,419 miles
  • 2024 – 75,772 miles
  • 2023 – 69,482 miles
  • 2019 – 64,415 miles
  • 2017 – 57,030 miles
  • 2016 – 52,868 miles
  • 2015 – 46,784 miles
  • 2014 – 40,079 miles
  • 2013 – 32,448 miles
  • 2012 – 25,266 miles
  • 2011 – 18,074 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,066 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 23 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,066 miles (+11,647)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    99,066 miles
    Test number
    123131211694
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass87,419 miles (+11,647)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    87,419 miles
    Test number
    953096802514
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass75,772 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    75,772 miles
    Test number
    718887435126
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi small leak (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged cut in sidewall no cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close t0 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close t0 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail75,772 miles (+6,290)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,772 miles
    Test number
    232654324205
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi small leak (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged cut in sidewall no cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close t0 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close t0 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass69,482 miles (+5,067)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    69,482 miles
    Test number
    115183406816
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both misty (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass64,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    64,415 miles
    Test number
    416672251857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail64,415 miles (+7,385)2 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,415 miles
    Test number
    918380583490
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass57,030 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    57,030 miles
    Test number
    558562537587
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Fail57,025 miles (+4,157)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,025 miles
    Test number
    628327929905
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative both front washers not working (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass52,868 miles (+6,084)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    52,868 miles
    Test number
    587055558749
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass46,784 miles (+6,705)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    46,784 miles
    Test number
    527966490156
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass40,079 miles (+7,631)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    40,079 miles
    Test number
    125254274217
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r tyres wearing on inner edges.

  13. Pass32,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    32,448 miles
    Test number
    347343963479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail32,444 miles (+7,178)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,444 miles
    Test number
    119633163205
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail25,266 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,266 miles
    Test number
    909315562213
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Inner Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass25,266 miles (+7,192)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    25,266 miles
    Test number
    917965462214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    18,074 miles
    Test number
    255386161247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R16 JRE

Does R16 JRE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 JRE is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on R16 JRE?
The MOT on R16 JRE is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 JRE done?
R16 JRE was recorded at 99,066 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2026, an average of 5,649 miles a year.
Has R16 JRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 JRE has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on R16 JRE 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 R16 JRE find?
R16 JRE passed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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