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Saab 9-3

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,910 cc

RCE 216MOT history

RCE 216 is a grey diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 15 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 14 MOT tests, with 114,151 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

RCE 216 grey 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 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
114,151 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
14
13 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,525 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
RCE 216
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
15 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

RCE 216 was last recorded at 114,151 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 7,431 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
106,720 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
7,431 miles
Average per year
6,525 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,151 miles
  • 2025 – 106,720 miles
  • 2024 – 95,457 miles
  • 2023 – 86,292 miles
  • 2022 – 80,452 miles
  • 2021 – 73,730 miles
  • 2020 – 70,682 miles
  • 2019 – 66,668 miles
  • 2018 – 61,322 miles
  • 2017 – 56,023 miles
  • 2016 – 48,965 miles
  • 2015 – 47,572 miles
  • 2014 – 38,097 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,151 miles
  • MinorRear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 17 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,151 miles (+7,431)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    114,151 miles
    Test number
    987205873117
    • MinorRear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass106,720 miles (+11,263)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    106,720 miles
    Test number
    112188214239
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass95,457 miles (+9,165)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    95,457 miles
    Test number
    385339473607
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass86,292 miles (+5,840)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    86,292 miles
    Test number
    820621852749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass80,452 miles (+6,722)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    80,452 miles
    Test number
    768908163189
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass73,730 miles (+3,048)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    73,730 miles
    Test number
    446980154113
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass70,682 miles (+4,014)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    70,682 miles
    Test number
    867532934311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass66,668 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    66,668 miles
    Test number
    701777648647
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Fail66,668 miles (+5,346)1 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,668 miles
    Test number
    252168519270
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass61,322 miles (+5,299)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    61,322 miles
    Test number
    561753857142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  11. Pass56,023 miles (+7,058)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    56,023 miles
    Test number
    914156843469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,965 miles (+1,393)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    48,965 miles
    Test number
    300870826657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,572 miles (+9,475)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    47,572 miles
    Test number
    593130409798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,097 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    38,097 miles
    Test number
    988948594101
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread has a cut

Questions about RCE 216

What vehicle is registration RCE 216 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show RCE 216 on a grey diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 15 Jul 2011. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does RCE 216 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on RCE 216 is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on RCE 216?
The MOT on RCE 216 is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has RCE 216 done?
RCE 216 was recorded at 114,151 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 6,525 miles a year.
Has RCE 216 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. RCE 216 has failed 1 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2019.
Has the mileage on RCE 216 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 RCE 216 find?
RCE 216 passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: rear position lamp incorrect colour; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened, and 8 more.

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