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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,985 cc

S4 ABLMOT history

S4 ABL is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 29 Jun 2002. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 158,501 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jun 2027
Mileage
158,501 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,586 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 ABL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
29 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
30 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 ABL was last recorded at 158,501 miles on 30 May 2026, 2,751 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,750 miles · 14 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,751 miles
Average per year
5,586 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,501 miles
  • 2025 – 155,750 miles
  • 2024 – 153,169 miles
  • 2023 – 151,710 miles
  • 2022 – 149,127 miles
  • 2021 – 147,709 miles
  • 2020 – 143,238 miles
  • 2019 – 140,183 miles
  • 2018 – 139,994 miles
  • 2017 – 137,422 miles
  • 2016 – 136,214 miles
  • 2015 – 129,447 miles
  • 2014 – 125,384 miles
  • 2013 – 118,650 miles
  • 2012 – 105,412 miles
  • 2011 – 91,107 miles
  • 2010 – 77,320 miles
  • 2009 – 69,346 miles
  • 2008 – 62,535 miles
  • 2007 – 55,651 miles
  • 2006 – 47,155 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,501 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (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.

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

30 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,501 miles (+2,751)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    158,501 miles
    Test number
    191882463893
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass155,750 miles (+2,581)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    155,750 miles
    Test number
    702566233880
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass153,169 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    153,169 miles
    Test number
    367307111151
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail153,169 miles (+1,459)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,169 miles
    Test number
    965688252937
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass151,710 miles (+2,583)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    151,710 miles
    Test number
    886601474653
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass149,127 miles (+1,418)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    149,127 miles
    Test number
    388963860704
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass147,709 miles (+4,471)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    147,709 miles
    Test number
    510266086602
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass143,238 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    143,238 miles
    Test number
    167025965171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail143,238 miles (+3,055)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,238 miles
    Test number
    578266667126
    • Repaired at testParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass140,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    140,183 miles
    Test number
    238961211364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail140,183 miles (+189)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,183 miles
    Test number
    860802970990
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass139,994 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    139,994 miles
    Test number
    878637834695
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail139,994 miles (+2,572)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,994 miles
    Test number
    704100046581
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass137,422 miles (+1,208)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    137,422 miles
    Test number
    483966919878
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass136,214 miles (+6,767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    136,214 miles
    Test number
    678152952533
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass129,447 miles (+4,063)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    129,447 miles
    Test number
    167471765172
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass125,384 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    125,384 miles
    Test number
    697059574181
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  18. Fail125,384 miles (+6,734)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,384 miles
    Test number
    888288774147
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  19. Pass118,650 miles (+13,238)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    118,650 miles
    Test number
    365356063117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass105,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    105,412 miles
    Test number
    976913172180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail105,412 miles (+14,305)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,412 miles
    Test number
    415353772120
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre out of shape

  22. Pass91,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    91,107 miles
    Test number
    177054971135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail91,107 miles (+13,787)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,107 miles
    Test number
    436942471110
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront wipers are worn

  24. Pass77,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    77,320 miles
    Test number
    594342880111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail77,320 miles (+7,974)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,320 miles
    Test number
    860080470146
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass69,346 miles (+6,811)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    69,346 miles
    Test number
    591110989148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass62,535 miles (+44)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    62,535 miles
    Test number
    894501578117
    • NoteNEARSIDE REAR TYRE ON LEGAL LIMIT ON INNER EDGE

  28. Fail62,491 miles (+6,840)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,491 miles
    Test number
    281038468181
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNEARSIDE REAR TYRE ON LEGAL LIMIT ON INNER EDGE

  29. Pass55,651 miles (+8,496)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    55,651 miles
    Test number
    932429777156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass47,155 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    47,155 miles
    Test number
    434814076153
    • NoteFRONT PADS GETTING LOW †OFFSIDE REAR TYRE WORN UNEVENLY

Questions about S4 ABL

Does S4 ABL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S4 ABL is valid until 24 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S4 ABL?
The MOT on S4 ABL is valid until 24 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S4 ABL done?
S4 ABL was recorded at 158,501 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2026, an average of 5,586 miles a year.
Has S4 ABL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 ABL has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on S4 ABL 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 S4 ABL find?
S4 ABL passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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