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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,985 cc

S27 AABMOT history

S27 AAB is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 16 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 17 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 91,273 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Feb 2027
Mileage
91,273 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,334 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S27 AAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S27 AAB was last recorded at 91,273 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 5,959 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
85,314 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,959 miles
Average per year
3,334 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,273 miles
  • 2025 – 85,314 miles
  • 2024 – 80,589 miles
  • 2023 – 75,889 miles
  • 2022 – 71,939 miles
  • 2021 – 68,013 miles
  • 2019 – 60,333 miles
  • 2018 – 47,687 miles
  • 2017 – 36,996 miles
  • 2015 – 35,127 miles
  • 2014 – 33,751 miles
  • 2013 – 32,816 miles
  • 2012 – 31,394 miles
  • 2011 – 26,556 miles
  • 2010 – 27,737 miles
  • 2009 – 27,304 miles
  • 2008 – 26,653 miles
  • 2007 – 25,769 miles
  • 2006 – 25,449 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,273 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCorrosion on floor pan
  • AdvisoryCovers fitted

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

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Pair

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,273 miles (+5,959)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    91,273 miles
    Test number
    749117956092
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on floor pan
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  2. Pass85,314 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    85,314 miles
    Test number
    110702299186
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel quite high
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Pair (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNsf/osf floors corroded

  3. Fail85,313 miles (+4,724)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,313 miles
    Test number
    852578757853
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel quite high
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Pair (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNsf/osf floors corroded

  4. Pass80,589 miles (+4,700)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    80,589 miles
    Test number
    230618794372
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule pair (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass75,889 miles (+3,950)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    75,889 miles
    Test number
    895192903897
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass71,939 miles1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    71,939 miles
    Test number
    736622883991
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule pair (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to osf floor

  7. Fail71,939 miles (+3,926)2 repaired1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,939 miles
    Test number
    743453234412
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule pair (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to osf floor

  8. Pass68,013 miles (+7,680)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    68,013 miles
    Test number
    988661804783
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass60,333 miles (+12,646)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    60,333 miles
    Test number
    157881848437
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective rear exhaust bow mnt bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass47,687 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    47,687 miles
    Test number
    374072603422
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle and components corroded

  11. Fail47,687 miles (+10,691)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,687 miles
    Test number
    498534432473
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% parking brake (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle and components corroded

  12. Pass36,996 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    36,996 miles
    Test number
    319698247078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail36,990 miles (+1,863)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,990 miles
    Test number
    804141952570
    • FailureFront front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass35,127 miles (+1,376)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    35,127 miles
    Test number
    319497385160
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass33,751 miles (+935)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    33,751 miles
    Test number
    587393084173
    • AdvisoryFront Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass32,816 miles (+1,422)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    32,816 miles
    Test number
    646032873137
    • NoteBoth front brake hoses ferrules corroding

  17. Pass31,394 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    31,394 miles
    Test number
    467922372118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOffside front brake hose ferrules corroding

  18. Fail31,393 miles (+4,837)2 dangerous2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,393 miles
    Test number
    328322172130
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOffside front brake hose ferrules corroding

  19. Pass26,556 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    26,556 miles
    Test number
    106276041120
    • NoteO/S/F brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear tyres slightly perished
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  20. Fail29,556 miles (+1,819)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,556 miles
    Test number
    269446141175
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/S/F brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear tyres slightly perished
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  21. Fail27,737 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,737 miles
    Test number
    200772270166
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NotePerishing on rear tyres
    • NoteRear pads wearing low

  22. Pass27,737 miles (+433)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    27,737 miles
    Test number
    391672170125
    • NotePerishing on rear tyres
    • NoteRear pads wearing low

  23. Pass27,304 miles (+651)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    27,304 miles
    Test number
    111053679140
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished on tyre edges advise fitting new tyres.

  24. Pass26,653 miles (+884)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    26,653 miles
    Test number
    982540058164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,769 miles (+320)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    25,769 miles
    Test number
    804438857113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass25,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    25,449 miles
    Test number
    292672646176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S27 AAB

Does S27 AAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S27 AAB is valid until 17 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S27 AAB?
The MOT on S27 AAB is valid until 17 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S27 AAB done?
S27 AAB was recorded at 91,273 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 3,334 miles a year.
Has S27 AAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S27 AAB has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on S27 AAB 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 S27 AAB find?
S27 AAB passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 4 more.

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