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Saab 9-3

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,910 cc

S44 BSWMOT history

S44 BSW is a silver diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 6 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 135,994 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

S44 BSW silver Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Saab 9-3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
135,994 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,696 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S44 BSW
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
6 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S44 BSW was last recorded at 135,994 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 5,577 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,417 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,577 miles
Average per year
7,696 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,994 miles
  • 2025 – 130,417 miles
  • 2024 – 124,915 miles
  • 2023 – 119,796 miles
  • 2022 – 113,554 miles
  • 2021 – 108,344 miles
  • 2020 – 103,738 miles
  • 2019 – 97,327 miles
  • 2018 – 84,309 miles
  • 2017 – 76,322 miles
  • 2016 – 70,125 miles
  • 2015 – 52,398 miles
  • 2014 – 40,030 miles
  • 2013 – 33,745 miles
  • 2012 – 27,528 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,994 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,994 miles (+5,577)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    135,994 miles
    Test number
    617862107640
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass130,417 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    130,417 miles
    Test number
    582264320781
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Fail130,415 miles (+5,500)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,415 miles
    Test number
    457345114954
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass124,915 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    124,915 miles
    Test number
    938859331322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Fail124,910 miles (+5,114)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,910 miles
    Test number
    488886097473
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass119,796 miles (+6,242)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    119,796 miles
    Test number
    988334380228
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock neck corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock neck corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass113,554 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    113,554 miles
    Test number
    891053024433
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail113,553 miles (+5,209)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,553 miles
    Test number
    230921964536
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass108,344 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    108,344 miles
    Test number
    931893595660
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front shock outer casing corroded

  10. Fail108,344 miles (+4,606)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,344 miles
    Test number
    531350238543
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front shock outer casing corroded

  11. Pass103,738 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    103,738 miles
    Test number
    358605246939
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail103,738 miles (+6,411)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,738 miles
    Test number
    488522164886
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear (0.1 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass97,327 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    97,327 miles
    Test number
    177589007732
    • 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))

  14. Fail97,324 miles (+207)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,324 miles
    Test number
    175655367018
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Fail97,117 miles (+12,808)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,117 miles
    Test number
    229154002726
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass84,309 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    84,309 miles
    Test number
    871435339870
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail84,309 miles (+7,987)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,309 miles
    Test number
    623793392839
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass76,322 miles (+6,197)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    76,322 miles
    Test number
    537115661289
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly perished within tread
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass70,125 miles (+17,727)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    70,125 miles
    Test number
    852321877782
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass52,398 miles (+12,368)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    52,398 miles
    Test number
    665023175010
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass40,030 miles (+6,285)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    40,030 miles
    Test number
    388814674090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteLean burn missions system
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEml lamp on indicating a fault with the engine systems

  22. Pass33,745 miles (+6,217)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    33,745 miles
    Test number
    107099373474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,528 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    27,528 miles
    Test number
    116073462082
    • NoteBattery cover fitted
    • NoteEngine covers fitted

Questions about S44 BSW

Does S44 BSW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S44 BSW is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S44 BSW?
The MOT on S44 BSW is valid until 7 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 BSW done?
S44 BSW was recorded at 135,994 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 7,696 miles a year.
Has S44 BSW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S44 BSW has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S44 BSW 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 BSW find?
S44 BSW passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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