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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

S44 ABKMOT history

S44 ABK is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 15 Dec 2008. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2025 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 155,309 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2024.

S44 ABK black Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Oct 2025
Mileage
155,309 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2024
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,889 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S44 ABK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Dec 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S44 ABK was last recorded at 155,309 miles on 3 Oct 2024, 2,057 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,252 miles · 1 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,057 miles
Average per year
8,889 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 155,309 miles
  • 2023 – 137,692 miles
  • 2022 – 123,869 miles
  • 2021 – 114,848 miles
  • 2020 – 107,821 miles
  • 2019 – 103,231 miles
  • 2018 – 98,290 miles
  • 2017 – 90,974 miles
  • 2016 – 80,947 miles
  • 2015 – 76,082 miles
  • 2014 – 67,753 miles
  • 2013 – 57,701 miles
  • 2012 – 48,135 miles
  • 2011 – 41,271 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,309 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Dec 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,309 miles (+2,057)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    155,309 miles
    Test number
    336208542755
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail153,252 miles (+15,560)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,252 miles
    Test number
    754098942240
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass137,692 miles (+13,823)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    137,692 miles
    Test number
    361356838096
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass123,869 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    123,869 miles
    Test number
    618429687935
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail123,862 miles (+9,014)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,862 miles
    Test number
    263547816736
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass114,848 miles (+7,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    114,848 miles
    Test number
    699124517091
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass107,821 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    107,821 miles
    Test number
    624876486829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail107,820 miles (+4,589)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,820 miles
    Test number
    928954840551
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass103,231 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    103,231 miles
    Test number
    536054096747
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail103,229 miles (+4,939)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,229 miles
    Test number
    771767441204
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass98,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    98,290 miles
    Test number
    836897701953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail98,290 miles (+7,316)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,290 miles
    Test number
    643487887586
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  13. Pass90,974 miles (+386)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    90,974 miles
    Test number
    604680419213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail90,588 miles (+9,641)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,588 miles
    Test number
    996128460340
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt not checked due to child seat fitted

  15. Pass80,947 miles (+4,865)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    80,947 miles
    Test number
    713013863293
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and slight blow from exhaust(flexi)
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully check nearside rear selt belt due to child seat fitted

  16. Pass76,082 miles (+8,329)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    76,082 miles
    Test number
    501224612755
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass67,753 miles (+173)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    67,753 miles
    Test number
    587821654385
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail67,580 miles (+9,879)2 dangerous1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,580 miles
    Test number
    976266744388
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail57,701 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,701 miles
    Test number
    537647943385
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

  20. Pass57,701 miles (+9,566)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    57,701 miles
    Test number
    759527843361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,135 miles (+6,864)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    48,135 miles
    Test number
    379354222333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,271 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    41,271 miles
    Test number
    415729931333
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn to 2.5mm
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn to 2.5mm

Questions about S44 ABK

Does S44 ABK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S44 ABK expired on 2 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S44 ABK?
The MOT on S44 ABK expired on 2 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S44 ABK done?
S44 ABK was recorded at 155,309 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2024, an average of 8,889 miles a year.
Has S44 ABK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S44 ABK has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on S44 ABK 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 S44 ABK find?
S44 ABK passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; offside rear anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush, and 2 more.

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