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Saab 9-3 Aero Turbo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,998 cc

S44 BFRMOT history

S44 BFR is a black petrol Saab 9-3 Aero Turbo first used on 8 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 136,270 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

S44 BFR black Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
136,270 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,690 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S44 BFR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3 Aero Turbo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
8 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S44 BFR was last recorded at 136,270 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 8,658 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,612 miles · 19 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
8,658 miles
Average per year
7,690 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,270 miles
  • 2024 – 127,612 miles
  • 2023 – 116,239 miles
  • 2022 – 109,814 miles
  • 2021 – 97,276 miles
  • 2019 – 82,597 miles
  • 2018 – 74,778 miles
  • 2017 – 66,368 miles
  • 2016 – 60,864 miles
  • 2015 – 56,275 miles
  • 2014 – 45,360 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,270 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6-2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 20 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,270 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    136,270 miles
    Test number
    935191249483
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail136,270 miles (+8,658)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,270 miles
    Test number
    550691324128
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass127,612 miles (+11,373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    127,612 miles
    Test number
    202915562873
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass116,239 miles (+6,425)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    116,239 miles
    Test number
    367011848686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass109,814 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2023
    Odometer
    109,814 miles
    Test number
    766373325075
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6-2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail109,807 miles (+12,531)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,807 miles
    Test number
    116338705235
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorRear Headlamp levelling device inoperative Sensor levelling rod missing (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6-2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass97,276 miles (+14,679)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    97,276 miles
    Test number
    210120538828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass82,597 miles (+7,819)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    82,597 miles
    Test number
    882275569655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass74,778 miles (+8,410)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    74,778 miles
    Test number
    103345189840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,368 miles (+5,504)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    66,368 miles
    Test number
    348698404525
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass60,864 miles (+4,589)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    60,864 miles
    Test number
    515935591036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass56,275 miles (+10,915)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    56,275 miles
    Test number
    495649195057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    45,360 miles
    Test number
    718261574126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S44 BFR

Does S44 BFR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S44 BFR is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S44 BFR?
The MOT on S44 BFR is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S44 BFR done?
S44 BFR was recorded at 136,270 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 7,690 miles a year.
Has S44 BFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S44 BFR has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S44 BFR 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 BFR find?
S44 BFR passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 9 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security, and 6 more.

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