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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

S14 BDLMOT history

S14 BDL is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 14 Apr 2024 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 109,045 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2023.

S14 BDL blue Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Apr 2024
Mileage
109,045 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2023
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,018 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S14 BDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S14 BDL was last recorded at 109,045 miles on 15 Apr 2023, 1,144 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,901 miles · 25 May 2021
Between the last two tests
1,144 miles
Average per year
6,018 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 109,045 miles
  • 2021 – 107,901 miles
  • 2020 – 104,923 miles
  • 2018 – 100,316 miles
  • 2017 – 94,195 miles
  • 2016 – 84,478 miles
  • 2015 – 73,165 miles
  • 2014 – 61,501 miles
  • 2013 – 57,429 miles
  • 2012 – 55,226 miles
  • 2011 – 36,454 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,045 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively ( Both side ) (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass109,045 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    109,045 miles
    Test number
    337044986220
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively ( Both side ) (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail109,045 miles (+1,144)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,045 miles
    Test number
    378198034423
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively ( Both side ) (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass107,901 miles (+2,978)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2022
    Odometer
    107,901 miles
    Test number
    864285602643
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass104,923 miles (+4,607)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    104,923 miles
    Test number
    907211102920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass100,316 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    100,316 miles
    Test number
    851859777472
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit cut on wall (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  6. Fail100,316 miles (+6,121)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,316 miles
    Test number
    130068039635
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit cut on wall (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass94,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    94,195 miles
    Test number
    817032897535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail94,195 miles (+9,717)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,195 miles
    Test number
    670821456669
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass84,478 miles (+11,313)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    84,478 miles
    Test number
    591487639815
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass73,165 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    73,165 miles
    Test number
    239732235482
    • NoteNearside rear tyre feathered on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre feathered on inner edge

  11. Fail73,165 miles (+11,664)1 dangerous4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,165 miles
    Test number
    478361035153
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre feathered on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre feathered on inner edge

  12. Pass61,501 miles (+4,072)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    61,501 miles
    Test number
    239778674065
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass57,429 miles (+2,203)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    57,429 miles
    Test number
    817446083096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,226 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    55,226 miles
    Test number
    728234552280
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are castelated on inner edges

  15. Fail55,226 miles (+5,485)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,226 miles
    Test number
    925908542295
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are castelated on inner edges

  16. Pass49,741 miles (+13,287)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    49,741 miles
    Test number
    765018082012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteRear tyres castleated

  17. Pass36,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    36,454 miles
    Test number
    338432581010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S14 BDL

Does S14 BDL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S14 BDL expired on 14 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S14 BDL?
The MOT on S14 BDL expired on 14 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S14 BDL done?
S14 BDL was recorded at 109,045 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2023, an average of 6,018 miles a year.
Has S14 BDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S14 BDL has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on S14 BDL 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 S14 BDL find?
S14 BDL passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2023 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively ( both side ); nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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