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Saab 9000 CSE

White · Petrol · 1997 · 1,985 cc

R623 ACLMOT history

R623 ACL is a white petrol Saab 9000 CSE first used on 27 Oct 1997. Its MOT expired on 28 Feb 2025 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 121,026 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Feb 2025
Mileage
121,026 mi
At MOT on 29 Feb 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,387 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R623 ACL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9000 CSE
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
27 Oct 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

R623 ACL was last recorded at 121,026 miles on 29 Feb 2024, 1,775 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,251 miles · 29 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
1,775 miles
Average per year
3,387 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 121,026 miles
  • 2021 – 119,251 miles
  • 2020 – 115,295 miles
  • 2019 – 114,719 miles
  • 2018 – 112,910 miles
  • 2017 – 110,294 miles
  • 2016 – 107,344 miles
  • 2015 – 104,363 miles
  • 2014 – 101,206 miles
  • 2013 – 97,436 miles
  • 2012 – 93,599 miles
  • 2011 – 89,228 miles
  • 2010 – 84,975 miles
  • 2009 – 80,355 miles
  • 2008 – 75,663 miles
  • 2007 – 70,391 miles
  • 2006 – 65,041 miles
  • 2005 – 58,694 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,026 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components corroded

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.

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'd' bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'd' bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

28 tests since 5 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,026 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    121,026 miles
    Test number
    341050630619
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components corroded

  2. Fail121,026 miles (+1,775)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,026 miles
    Test number
    192173279092
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension components corroded

  3. Pass119,251 miles (+3,956)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    119,251 miles
    Test number
    543981713104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass115,295 miles (+576)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    115,295 miles
    Test number
    497815702771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass114,719 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    114,719 miles
    Test number
    959257094477
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'd' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'd' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail114,711 miles (+1,801)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,711 miles
    Test number
    628280733070
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'd' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'd' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass112,910 miles (+2,616)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    112,910 miles
    Test number
    376244527165
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both 'd' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both 'd' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass110,294 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    110,294 miles
    Test number
    276099636817
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre worn smooth on inner edge

  9. Fail110,294 miles (+2,950)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,294 miles
    Test number
    187132620448
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre worn smooth on inner edge

  10. Pass107,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    107,344 miles
    Test number
    531634897295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail107,344 miles (+2,981)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,344 miles
    Test number
    765494192344
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate too dim (1.1.C.1e)

  12. Pass104,363 miles (+3,157)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    104,363 miles
    Test number
    891616282164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass101,206 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    101,206 miles
    Test number
    369143664428
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteFront brake discs, slight runout.
    • NoteGearbox nearside output seal, weep.
    • NoteRear brakes dry / corroded.

  14. Fail101,206 miles (+3,770)4 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,206 miles
    Test number
    218432164210
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteEngine oil leak from nearside front top.
    • NoteFront brake discs, slight runout.
    • NoteGearbox nearside output seal, weep.
    • NoteNearside front tyre bald inner and outer edges, at wear bars.
    • NoteRear brakes dry / corroded.

  15. Pass97,436 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    97,436 miles
    Test number
    239104273250
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn inner and outer edges.
    • NoteNearside headlight beam pattern slightly diffused.
    • NoteRear brakes rusty.
    • NoteRear wiper blade split in middle.

  16. Fail97,436 miles (+3,837)4 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,436 miles
    Test number
    595504973252
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn inner and outer edges.
    • NoteNearside headlight beam pattern slightly diffused.
    • NoteRear brakes rusty.
    • NoteRear wiper blade split in middle.

  17. Pass93,599 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    93,599 miles
    Test number
    167178652298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight oil leak from steering pipe area
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  18. Fail93,599 miles (+4,371)2 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,599 miles
    Test number
    336165652209
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight oil leak from steering pipe area
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  19. Pass89,228 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    89,228 miles
    Test number
    138345661294
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre, cut in sidewall.
    • NoteOffside front tyre bald inner and outer edges.

  20. Fail89,228 miles (+4,253)1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,228 miles
    Test number
    235515561238
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre, cut in sidewall.
    • NoteOffside front tyre bald inner and outer edges.

  21. Pass84,975 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    84,975 miles
    Test number
    860223170225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs, runout.
    • NoteNearside front tyre, cut in sidewall.
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn inner edge.

  22. Fail84,975 miles (+4,620)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,975 miles
    Test number
    491713070235
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs, runout.
    • NoteNearside front tyre, cut in sidewall.
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn inner edge.

  23. Pass80,355 miles (+4,692)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    80,355 miles
    Test number
    551218879293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass75,663 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    75,663 miles
    Test number
    343268078474
    • NoteFront anti roll bar d bushes worn.
    • NoteFront discs lipped.
    • NoteOil leak from engine/gearbox.
    • NoteRear brake pads low and discs lipped.
    • NoteSlight play in both inner steering rack arms.
    • NoteStone chip on windscreen o/side.

  25. Fail75,663 miles (+5,272)4 failures8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,663 miles
    Test number
    332706078226
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteExhaust front pipe loose and noisy.
    • NoteFront anti roll bar d bushes worn.
    • NoteFront discs lipped.
    • NoteO/side rear inner sidelight not working.
    • NoteOil leak from engine/gearbox.
    • NoteRear brake pads low and discs lipped.
    • NoteSlight play in both inner steering rack arms.
    • NoteStone chip on windscreen o/side.

  26. Pass70,391 miles (+5,350)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    70,391 miles
    Test number
    512791887211
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking on tread

  27. Pass65,041 miles (+6,347)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    65,041 miles
    Test number
    470866676202
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOffside wiper starting to smear.
    • NoteWipers splitting at ends.

  28. Pass58,694 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    58,694 miles
    Test number
    762368375207
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Questions about R623 ACL

Does R623 ACL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R623 ACL expired on 28 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R623 ACL?
The MOT on R623 ACL expired on 28 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R623 ACL done?
R623 ACL was recorded at 121,026 miles at its MOT on 29 Feb 2024, an average of 3,387 miles a year.
Has R623 ACL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R623 ACL has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on R623 ACL 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 R623 ACL find?
R623 ACL passed its latest MOT on 29 Feb 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside headlamp reflector slightly defective; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; all rear suspension components corroded.

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