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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,998 cc

S21 MPFMOT history

S21 MPF is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 29 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 111,614 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2026.

S21 MPF blue Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
111,614 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,330 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S21 MPF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
16 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S21 MPF was last recorded at 111,614 miles on 16 May 2026, 4,963 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,651 miles · 24 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,963 miles
Average per year
6,330 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,614 miles
  • 2025 – 106,651 miles
  • 2024 – 97,474 miles
  • 2023 – 85,413 miles
  • 2022 – 78,099 miles
  • 2021 – 73,689 miles
  • 2020 – 63,046 miles
  • 2019 – 55,283 miles
  • 2018 – 50,158 miles
  • 2017 – 46,006 miles
  • 2016 – 41,496 miles
  • 2015 – 36,552 miles
  • 2014 – 30,509 miles
  • 2013 – 24,897 miles
  • 2012 – 21,370 miles
  • 2011 – 16,896 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,614 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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 Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,614 miles (+4,963)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    111,614 miles
    Test number
    514390311368
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass106,651 miles (+9,177)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    106,651 miles
    Test number
    428357607448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass97,474 miles (+12,061)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2025
    Odometer
    97,474 miles
    Test number
    874178714162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass85,413 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    85,413 miles
    Test number
    146689563806
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
  5. Fail85,413 miles (+7,314)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,413 miles
    Test number
    900626824337
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
  6. Pass78,099 miles (+4,410)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    78,099 miles
    Test number
    539798520808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass73,689 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    73,689 miles
    Test number
    283264875728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail73,686 miles (+10,640)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,686 miles
    Test number
    540898103426
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened brake disc backplate missng (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRubber fuel line to fuel filter perished not leaking
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  9. Pass63,046 miles (+7,763)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    63,046 miles
    Test number
    184546243247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass55,283 miles (+5,125)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    55,283 miles
    Test number
    237931239423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,158 miles (+4,152)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    50,158 miles
    Test number
    216470398086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,006 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    46,006 miles
    Test number
    785583015785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail45,978 miles (+4,482)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,978 miles
    Test number
    825928125394
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
  14. Pass41,496 miles (+4,944)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    41,496 miles
    Test number
    142110195156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,552 miles (+6,043)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    36,552 miles
    Test number
    365290145106
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteNearside front brake disc inner surface is corroded and pitted
    • NoteOffside front brake disc inner surface is corroded and pitted
  16. Pass30,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    30,509 miles
    Test number
    795833434181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail30,509 miles (+5,612)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,509 miles
    Test number
    209532734425
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
  18. Pass24,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    24,897 miles
    Test number
    327327943174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail24,897 miles (+3,527)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,897 miles
    Test number
    817487443189
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
  20. Pass21,370 miles (+4,474)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    21,370 miles
    Test number
    387106332146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    16,896 miles
    Test number
    729230651115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S21 MPF

Does S21 MPF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S21 MPF is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S21 MPF?
The MOT on S21 MPF is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S21 MPF done?
S21 MPF was recorded at 111,614 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2026, an average of 6,330 miles a year.
Has S21 MPF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S21 MPF has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2023.
Has the mileage on S21 MPF 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 S21 MPF find?
S21 MPF passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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