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Saab 9-3

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,910 cc

S3 VDKMOT history

S3 VDK is a silver diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 20 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 119,749 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

S3 VDK silver Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
119,749 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,547 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 VDK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
20 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 VDK was last recorded at 119,749 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,747 miles · 26 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,547 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,749 miles
  • 2025 – 118,252 miles
  • 2024 – 116,884 miles
  • 2023 – 115,251 miles
  • 2022 – 114,127 miles
  • 2021 – 112,552 miles
  • 2020 – 111,252 miles
  • 2019 – 108,140 miles
  • 2018 – 98,916 miles
  • 2017 – 84,790 miles
  • 2016 – 70,619 miles
  • 2015 – 60,201 miles
  • 2014 – 49,107 miles
  • 2013 – 38,485 miles
  • 2012 – 28,711 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,749 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sidesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 2 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,749 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    119,749 miles
    Test number
    273158880617
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner 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))

  2. Fail119,747 miles (+1,495)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,747 miles
    Test number
    558272257513
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner 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))

  3. Pass118,252 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    118,252 miles
    Test number
    682704675317
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail118,249 miles (+1,365)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,249 miles
    Test number
    583414702565
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass116,884 miles (+1,633)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    116,884 miles
    Test number
    627306345156
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass115,251 miles (+1,124)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    115,251 miles
    Test number
    869267796516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass114,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    114,127 miles
    Test number
    665653311635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail114,126 miles (+1,574)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,126 miles
    Test number
    844935178135
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass112,552 miles (+1,300)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    112,552 miles
    Test number
    608445176977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass111,252 miles (+3,112)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    111,252 miles
    Test number
    603672313661
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass108,140 miles (+9,224)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    108,140 miles
    Test number
    207274077594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass98,916 miles (+14,126)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    98,916 miles
    Test number
    567516076173
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass84,790 miles (+14,171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    84,790 miles
    Test number
    563591803125
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryStonechip Zone B no larger than 40mm.

  14. Pass70,619 miles (+10,418)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    70,619 miles
    Test number
    838560616768
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obstructing inspection of testable components

  15. Pass60,201 miles (+11,094)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    60,201 miles
    Test number
    137987605185
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDiesel leak from filter
    • NoteO/s/r tyre inner edge worn

  16. Pass49,107 miles (+33)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    49,107 miles
    Test number
    257860504449
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail49,074 miles (+10,589)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,074 miles
    Test number
    209753194024
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass38,485 miles (+9,774)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    38,485 miles
    Test number
    848202603133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,711 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    28,711 miles
    Test number
    138783992031
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePassenger wiper blade starting to split

Questions about S3 VDK

Does S3 VDK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 VDK is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 VDK?
The MOT on S3 VDK is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 VDK done?
S3 VDK was recorded at 119,749 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 6,547 miles a year.
Has S3 VDK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 VDK has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 VDK 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 S3 VDK find?
S3 VDK passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: front play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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