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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,000 cc

S44 BVFMOT history

S44 BVF is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 10 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 3 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 228,666 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Oct 2027
Mileage
228,666 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,330 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S44 BVF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S44 BVF was last recorded at 228,666 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 6,316 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
222,350 miles · 2 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6,316 miles
Average per year
10,330 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 228,666 miles
  • 2025 – 222,350 miles
  • 2024 – 213,372 miles
  • 2023 – 206,873 miles
  • 2022 – 197,696 miles
  • 2021 – 193,231 miles
  • 2020 – 191,016 miles
  • 2019 – 183,133 miles
  • 2018 – 173,578 miles
  • 2017 – 163,226 miles
  • 2016 – 153,279 miles
  • 2015 – 140,936 miles
  • 2014 – 123,016 miles
  • 2013 – 105,157 miles
  • 2012 – 85,840 miles
  • 2011 – 75,908 miles
  • 2010 – 68,997 miles
  • 2009 – 54,184 miles
  • 2008 – 42,600 miles
  • 2007 – 25,405 miles
  • 2006 – 21,950 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass228,666 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryLower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

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.

  • Engine covers fitted not allowing a full inspection

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 28 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass228,666 miles (+6,316)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    228,666 miles
    Test number
    954560030118
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  2. Pass222,350 miles (+8,978)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    222,350 miles
    Test number
    689652892980
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases x2 (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass213,372 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    213,372 miles
    Test number
    720437027446
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail213,350 miles (+6,477)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,350 miles
    Test number
    104777619116
    • MajorCentral Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Centre sleeve clamp (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing All 4 (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass206,873 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    206,873 miles
    Test number
    690026522134
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing a full inspection
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail206,873 miles (+9,177)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,873 miles
    Test number
    825419310681
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing a full inspection
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass197,696 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    197,696 miles
    Test number
    233665160097
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail197,696 miles (+4,465)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,696 miles
    Test number
    408420373944
    • DangerousCentral Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire Exhaust rubbed through fuel tank heat shield (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure Centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass193,231 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    193,231 miles
    Test number
    826940786284
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail193,223 miles (+2,207)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,223 miles
    Test number
    520592975927
    • DangerousSub-frame has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering x 3 (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component ball joint excessively worn tie bar arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass191,016 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    191,016 miles
    Test number
    396283142741
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing a full inspection
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Fail191,016 miles (+7,883)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,016 miles
    Test number
    448721178703
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing a full inspection
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  13. Pass183,133 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    183,133 miles
    Test number
    634091485169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail183,133 miles (+9,555)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,133 miles
    Test number
    209128766470
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass173,578 miles (+10,352)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    173,578 miles
    Test number
    653822597421
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass163,226 miles (+9,947)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    163,226 miles
    Test number
    253798539870
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass153,279 miles (+12,343)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    153,279 miles
    Test number
    727233864877
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Caliper brake fluid leak

  18. Pass140,936 miles (+17,920)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    140,936 miles
    Test number
    925030175116
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass123,016 miles (+399)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    123,016 miles
    Test number
    295749064448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail122,617 miles (+17,460)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,617 miles
    Test number
    215546354416
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  21. Pass105,157 miles (+320)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    105,157 miles
    Test number
    278369063112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail104,837 miles (+18,997)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,837 miles
    Test number
    229902763402
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass85,840 miles (+9,932)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    85,840 miles
    Test number
    778429672132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass75,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    75,908 miles
    Test number
    766064661174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail75,908 miles (+6,911)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,908 miles
    Test number
    995044661141
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass68,997 miles (+14,813)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    68,997 miles
    Test number
    203252270100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass54,184 miles (+11,584)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    54,184 miles
    Test number
    671656359154
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCoolant leak from rear of water pump

  28. Pass42,600 miles (+17,195)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    42,600 miles
    Test number
    570290788192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass25,405 miles (+3,455)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    25,405 miles
    Test number
    102490587181
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly mishaped

  30. Pass21,950 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    21,950 miles
    Test number
    280901276278
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about S44 BVF

Does S44 BVF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S44 BVF is valid until 3 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S44 BVF?
The MOT on S44 BVF is valid until 3 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S44 BVF done?
S44 BVF was recorded at 228,666 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 10,330 miles a year.
Has S44 BVF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S44 BVF has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on S44 BVF 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 BVF find?
S44 BVF passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; lower engine mounting damaged but not to excess; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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