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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 2,000 cc

S40 AABMOT history

S40 AAB is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 23 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 103,803 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

S40 AAB blue Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Oct 2027
Mileage
103,803 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,733 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 AAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
23 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 AAB was last recorded at 103,803 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 340 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,463 miles · 15 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
340 miles
Average per year
3,733 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,803 miles
  • 2025 – 103,463 miles
  • 2024 – 103,059 miles
  • 2023 – 102,434 miles
  • 2022 – 101,588 miles
  • 2021 – 100,688 miles
  • 2020 – 100,313 miles
  • 2019 – 98,383 miles
  • 2018 – 95,866 miles
  • 2017 – 93,154 miles
  • 2016 – 89,421 miles
  • 2015 – 85,317 miles
  • 2014 – 82,237 miles
  • 2013 – 74,921 miles
  • 2012 – 65,463 miles
  • 2011 – 55,213 miles
  • 2010 – 45,945 miles
  • 2009 – 40,349 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,803 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Both wipers juddering but still clear screen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,803 miles (+340)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    103,803 miles
    Test number
    906117735236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass103,463 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    103,463 miles
    Test number
    684817062644
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail103,458 miles (+399)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,458 miles
    Test number
    707521198473
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass103,059 miles (+625)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    103,059 miles
    Test number
    250578828476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass102,434 miles (+846)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    102,434 miles
    Test number
    787560104888
    • AdvisoryExhaust rubber mounts cracking
    • AdvisoryRear Slight cracking of rear tow link ball joint boots
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both trailing arms (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass101,588 miles (+900)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    101,588 miles
    Test number
    639929195920
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all very slight (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass100,688 miles (+375)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    100,688 miles
    Test number
    577897231292
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass100,313 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    100,313 miles
    Test number
    526610861247
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion of rear shocker casings and slight cracking of o/s inner c/v boot

  9. Fail100,313 miles (+1,930)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,313 miles
    Test number
    378383739656
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion of rear shocker casings and slight cracking of o/s inner c/v boot

  10. Pass98,383 miles (+2,517)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    98,383 miles
    Test number
    782643828925
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Pass95,866 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    95,866 miles
    Test number
    646628288417
    • AdvisoryBoth wipers juddering but still clear screen

  12. Fail95,864 miles (+2,710)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,864 miles
    Test number
    721470024588
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth wipers juddering but still clear screen

  13. Pass93,154 miles (+3,733)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    93,154 miles
    Test number
    409112523256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryAll over under body and brake pipes covered with black under seal obscuring components

  14. Pass89,421 miles (+4,104)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    89,421 miles
    Test number
    356473765440
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass85,317 miles (+3,080)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    85,317 miles
    Test number
    247474815136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass82,237 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    82,237 miles
    Test number
    495010524147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail82,237 miles (+7,316)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,237 miles
    Test number
    658448514131
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass74,921 miles (+9,458)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    74,921 miles
    Test number
    367066113155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass65,463 miles (+10,250)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    65,463 miles
    Test number
    367284112123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail55,213 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,213 miles
    Test number
    146954291041
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  21. Pass55,213 miles (+9,268)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    55,213 miles
    Test number
    886144291014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,945 miles (+5,596)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    45,945 miles
    Test number
    972460920137
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass40,349 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    40,349 miles
    Test number
    992483599257
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about S40 AAB

Does S40 AAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 AAB is valid until 18 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 AAB?
The MOT on S40 AAB is valid until 18 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 AAB done?
S40 AAB was recorded at 103,803 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 3,733 miles a year.
Has S40 AAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 AAB has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on S40 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 S40 AAB find?
S40 AAB passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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