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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

S44 BYCMOT history

S44 BYC is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 9 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 29 Mar 2024 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 128,232 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2023.

S44 BYC black Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Mar 2024
Mileage
128,232 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2023
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,013 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S44 BYC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
9 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S44 BYC was last recorded at 128,232 miles on 30 Mar 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Mar 2018: 67,303 miles, lower than 87,857 miles on 11 Feb 2017.
  • 27 Mar 2021: 110,168 miles, lower than 110,968 miles on 26 Mar 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
128,232 miles · 29 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,013 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 128,232 miles
  • 2022 – 119,018 miles
  • 2021 – 110,168 miles
  • 2020 – 106,862 miles
  • 2019 – 99,475 miles
  • 2018 – 67,303 miles
  • 2017 – 87,857 miles
  • 2016 – 82,268 miles
  • 2015 – 76,678 miles
  • 2014 – 71,194 miles
  • 2013 – 65,085 miles
  • 2012 – 58,557 miles
  • 2011 – 31,949 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,232 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryExhaust heat sheald slightly loseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin strong advise

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Scratch marks front windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 24 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,232 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    128,232 miles
    Test number
    865032907538
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat sheald slightly lose
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail128,232 miles (+9,214)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,232 miles
    Test number
    981313944545
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat sheald slightly lose
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass119,018 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    119,018 miles
    Test number
    165167630191
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail119,018 miles (+8,850)6 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,018 miles
    Test number
    114937627743
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass110,168 miles (-800)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    110,168 miles
    Test number
    198907591708
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin strong advise (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryScratch marks front windscreen

  6. Fail110,968 miles (+934)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,968 miles
    Test number
    605588303523
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin strong advise (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryScratch marks front windscreen

  7. Fail110,034 miles (+3,172)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,034 miles
    Test number
    438620324736
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper not working not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass106,862 miles (+70)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    106,862 miles
    Test number
    717014654658
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail106,792 miles (+7,317)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,792 miles
    Test number
    736459280642
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass99,475 miles (+7)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    99,475 miles
    Test number
    812978827051
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Fail99,468 miles (+32,165)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,468 miles
    Test number
    657712161587
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN.s.f tyre worn unevenly and bald inner edge, almost to chords
    • AdvisoryO.s.f tyre worn unevenly and worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryParking permit poorly positioned
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn unevenly

  12. Pass67,303 miles (-20,554)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    67,303 miles
    Test number
    758989472757
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass87,857 miles (+5,589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    87,857 miles
    Test number
    111985208601
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass82,268 miles (+5,590)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    82,268 miles
    Test number
    484483670684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,678 miles (+5,484)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    76,678 miles
    Test number
    735186865009
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on edges

  16. Pass71,194 miles (+6,109)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    71,194 miles
    Test number
    155404274037
    • NoteSlight movement off side rear top suspension arm outer bush

  17. Pass65,085 miles (+6,528)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    65,085 miles
    Test number
    748318983069
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOuter sills covered
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass58,557 miles (+26,608)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    58,557 miles
    Test number
    198189872425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,949 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    31,949 miles
    Test number
    125053181448
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about S44 BYC

Does S44 BYC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S44 BYC expired on 29 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S44 BYC?
The MOT on S44 BYC expired on 29 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S44 BYC done?
S44 BYC was recorded at 128,232 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2023, an average of 8,013 miles a year.
Has S44 BYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S44 BYC has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S44 BYC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 19 Mar 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S44 BYC find?
S44 BYC passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust heat sheald slightly lose; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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