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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,998 cc

S15 JKSMOT history

S15 JKS is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 18 Aug 2004. Its MOT expired on 7 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 119,253 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Apr 2023
Mileage
119,253 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2023
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,498 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S15 JKS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
18 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S15 JKS was last recorded at 119,253 miles on 24 Mar 2023, 6,251 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,002 miles · 8 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
6,251 miles
Average per year
6,498 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 119,253 miles
  • 2022 – 113,002 miles
  • 2021 – 107,564 miles
  • 2020 – 102,827 miles
  • 2019 – 96,469 miles
  • 2018 – 88,313 miles
  • 2017 – 81,713 miles
  • 2016 – 66,328 miles
  • 2015 – 54,727 miles
  • 2014 – 51,754 miles
  • 2013 – 48,257 miles
  • 2012 – 44,394 miles
  • 2011 – 41,462 miles
  • 2010 – 35,359 miles
  • 2009 – 29,171 miles
  • 2008 – 23,764 miles
  • 2007 – 18,309 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail119,253 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake relay lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail119,253 miles (+6,251)10 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,253 miles
    Test number
    665086383230
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake relay lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass113,002 miles (+3)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    113,002 miles
    Test number
    533652080198
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  3. Fail112,999 miles (+5,435)1 dangerous8 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,999 miles
    Test number
    812958960989
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced chassis at seat mounting (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced chassis at seat mounting (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body component corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  4. Pass107,564 miles (+81)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    107,564 miles
    Test number
    335956894136
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail107,483 miles (+4,656)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,483 miles
    Test number
    130605770133
    • MajorFuel pipe union leaking filler pipe joint (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass102,827 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    102,827 miles
    Test number
    632052864688
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  7. Fail102,827 miles (+6,358)3 dangerous6 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,827 miles
    Test number
    865059536298
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  8. Pass96,469 miles (+8)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    96,469 miles
    Test number
    471091127549
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail96,461 miles (+8,148)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,461 miles
    Test number
    593543062999
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass88,313 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    88,313 miles
    Test number
    695358088509
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail88,312 miles (+6,599)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,312 miles
    Test number
    910818859146
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass81,713 miles (+15,385)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    81,713 miles
    Test number
    981727057022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,328 miles (+11,601)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    66,328 miles
    Test number
    993335548489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass54,727 miles (+2,973)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    54,727 miles
    Test number
    208356825179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    51,754 miles
    Test number
    848032304361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail51,754 miles (+3,497)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,754 miles
    Test number
    467812604356
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass48,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    48,257 miles
    Test number
    927028093246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail48,257 miles (+3,863)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,257 miles
    Test number
    637227793279
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

  19. Pass44,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    44,394 miles
    Test number
    465413502390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail44,394 miles (+2,932)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,394 miles
    Test number
    568393502397
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass41,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    41,462 miles
    Test number
    455120101397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail41,461 miles (+6,102)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,461 miles
    Test number
    435190601436
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteSLIGHT BIND AT REAR BOTH SIDES

  23. Pass35,359 miles (+6,188)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    35,359 miles
    Test number
    563667180208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,171 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    29,171 miles
    Test number
    924513799232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail29,167 miles (+5,403)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,167 miles
    Test number
    574338889227
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  26. Pass23,764 miles (+5,455)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    23,764 miles
    Test number
    644159958296
    • 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)

  27. Pass18,309 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    18,309 miles
    Test number
    342903557260
    • 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)

Questions about S15 JKS

Does S15 JKS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S15 JKS expired on 7 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S15 JKS?
The MOT on S15 JKS expired on 7 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S15 JKS done?
S15 JKS was recorded at 119,253 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2023, an average of 6,498 miles a year.
Has S15 JKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S15 JKS has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S15 JKS 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 S15 JKS find?
S15 JKS failed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2023 with 10 major defects and 8 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 15 more.

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