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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,000 cc

S44 BVSMOT history

S44 BVS is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 16 MOT tests, with 100,515 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

S44 BVS black Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jul 2027
Mileage
100,515 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
16 passed · 0 failed
Per year
4,944 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S44 BVS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S44 BVS was last recorded at 100,515 miles on 22 Jul 2026, 3,742 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
96,773 miles · 7 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,742 miles
Average per year
4,944 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,515 miles
  • 2025 – 96,773 miles
  • 2024 – 93,620 miles
  • 2023 – 92,366 miles
  • 2022 – 92,017 miles
  • 2021 – 91,465 miles
  • 2020 – 90,438 miles
  • 2019 – 88,891 miles
  • 2018 – 85,292 miles
  • 2017 – 75,725 miles
  • 2016 – 67,838 miles
  • 2015 – 60,285 miles
  • 2014 – 51,150 miles
  • 2013 – 41,563 miles
  • 2012 – 32,882 miles
  • 2011 – 24,410 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,515 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective corroded (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 1 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,515 miles (+3,742)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    100,515 miles
    Test number
    688995002911
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass96,773 miles (+3,153)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    96,773 miles
    Test number
    691919676448
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both side (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass93,620 miles (+1,254)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    93,620 miles
    Test number
    781921281845
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass92,366 miles (+349)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    92,366 miles
    Test number
    802262824727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass92,017 miles (+552)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    92,017 miles
    Test number
    733007128074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass91,465 miles (+1,027)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    91,465 miles
    Test number
    413588058189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass90,438 miles (+1,547)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    90,438 miles
    Test number
    802920837689
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust silencer corroded but not leaking exhaust gases
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass88,891 miles (+3,599)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    88,891 miles
    Test number
    909197236857
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass85,292 miles (+9,567)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    85,292 miles
    Test number
    704271090602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass75,725 miles (+7,887)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    75,725 miles
    Test number
    943320100802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,838 miles (+7,553)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    67,838 miles
    Test number
    486921509857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,285 miles (+9,135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    60,285 miles
    Test number
    446502165045
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass51,150 miles (+9,587)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    51,150 miles
    Test number
    148032664400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,563 miles (+8,681)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    41,563 miles
    Test number
    189503463434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass32,882 miles (+8,472)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    32,882 miles
    Test number
    979645962005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,410 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    24,410 miles
    Test number
    946190061004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S44 BVS

Does S44 BVS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S44 BVS is valid until 21 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S44 BVS?
The MOT on S44 BVS is valid until 21 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S44 BVS done?
S44 BVS was recorded at 100,515 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 4,944 miles a year.
Has S44 BVS ever failed its MOT?
No. S44 BVS has passed all 16 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on S44 BVS 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 BVS find?
S44 BVS passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust mounting defective corroded; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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