Saab 9-3
Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,910 cc
S44 BDOMOT history
S44 BDO is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 12 Feb 2026 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 120,094 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 12 Feb 2026
- Mileage
- 120,094 mi
- At MOT on 13 Feb 2025
- MOT tests
- 17
- 16 passed · 1 failed
- Per year
- 5,719 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- S44 BDO
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Saab
- Model
- 9-3
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,910 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2006
- First used
- 1 Dec 2006
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 12 Feb 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 13 Feb 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
S44 BDO was last recorded at 120,094 miles on 13 Feb 2025, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 120,083 miles · 30 Jan 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 11 miles
- Average per year
- 5,719 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 120,094 miles
- 2024 – 116,593 miles
- 2022 – 112,756 miles
- 2021 – 109,263 miles
- 2020 – 107,193 miles
- 2019 – 101,926 miles
- 2018 – 98,056 miles
- 2016 – 92,297 miles
- 2015 – 88,235 miles
- 2013 – 70,152 miles
- 2012 – 50,440 miles
- 2011 – 43,705 miles
- 2010 – 34,384 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass120,094 miles
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on edges, stepped tread design (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Outrigger holed and corroded, not in a prescribed areaRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOffside Outrigger holed and corroded, not in a prescribed areaRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Nearside lower effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryWiper linkage wornRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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.
Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022
Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022
Nearside Wiper linkage worn
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022
Power steering component has slight seepage from a component
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022
Engine management light on
Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2020
Full MOT history
17 tests since 18 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass120,094 miles (+11)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2026
- Odometer
- 120,094 miles
- Test number
- 441654141954
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on edges, stepped tread design (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Outrigger holed and corroded, not in a prescribed area
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Outrigger holed and corroded, not in a prescribed area
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Nearside lower effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryWiper linkage worn
Fail120,083 miles (+3,490)4 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 120,083 miles
- Test number
- 886257109808
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective Both, no pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on edges, stepped tread design (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Outrigger holed and corroded, not in a prescribed area
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Outrigger holed and corroded, not in a prescribed area
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Nearside lower effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryWiper linkage worn
Pass116,593 miles (+3,837)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- 116,593 miles
- Test number
- 382002036419
- AdvisoryNearside Outrigger holed and corroded, not in a prescribed area
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Outrigger holed and corroded, not in a prescribed area
Pass112,756 miles (+3,493)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jan 2024
- Odometer
- 112,756 miles
- Test number
- 131648430961
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn on edges, stepped tread design (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Wiper linkage worn
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm and worn on edges, stepped tread design (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
Pass109,263 miles (+2,070)1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 109,263 miles
- Test number
- 981291108180
- MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryNearside Wiper linkage worn
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre starting to split around inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
Pass107,193 miles (+1,633)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 107,193 miles
- Test number
- 175430958084
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass105,560 miles (+3,634)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 105,560 miles
- Test number
- 893915511262
- AdvisoryEngine management light on
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm and worn on edges, stepped tread design (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Perished and worn smooth on outer edge, stepped tread design (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn smooth on edges, stepped tread design (5.2.3 (e))
Pass101,926 miles (+3,870)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jan 2020
- Odometer
- 101,926 miles
- Test number
- 721753331464
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass98,056 miles (+5,759)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jan 2019
- Odometer
- 98,056 miles
- Test number
- 289153473011
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass92,297 miles (+4,062)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Jan 2018
- Odometer
- 92,297 miles
- Test number
- 818549729289
- AdvisoryEngine management light on
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
Pass88,235 miles (+3,260)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Jan 2017
- Odometer
- 88,235 miles
- Test number
- 423826084256
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass84,975 miles (+14,823)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 Jan 2016
- Odometer
- 84,975 miles
- Test number
- 339092005058
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass70,152 miles (+8,026)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 21 Nov 2014
- Odometer
- 70,152 miles
- Test number
- 777556523337
- NoteBoth rear tyres cracked tread
Pass62,126 miles (+11,686)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jan 2014
- Odometer
- 62,126 miles
- Test number
- 418832113041
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass50,440 miles (+6,735)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 50,440 miles
- Test number
- 819260432054
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass43,705 miles (+9,321)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- 43,705 miles
- Test number
- 857825741007
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass34,384 miles
- MOT expiry
- 17 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 34,384 miles
- Test number
- 711189840030
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about S44 BDO
- Does S44 BDO currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on S44 BDO expired on 12 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on S44 BDO?
- The MOT on S44 BDO expired on 12 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has S44 BDO done?
- S44 BDO was recorded at 120,094 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2025, an average of 5,719 miles a year.
- Has S44 BDO ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. S44 BDO has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2025.
- Has the mileage on S44 BDO 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 BDO find?
- S44 BDO passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2025 with 8 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on edges, stepped tread design; nearside outrigger holed and corroded, not in a prescribed area, and 5 more.
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