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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,790 cc

S4 ABVMOT history

S4 ABV is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 28 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 50,659 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

S4 ABV black Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
50,659 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,420 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 ABV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,790 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 ABV was last recorded at 50,659 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 2,072 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
48,587 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,072 miles
Average per year
2,420 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,659 miles
  • 2025 – 48,587 miles
  • 2024 – 46,706 miles
  • 2023 – 44,702 miles
  • 2022 – 42,414 miles
  • 2021 – 41,287 miles
  • 2020 – 39,553 miles
  • 2019 – 38,229 miles
  • 2018 – 36,998 miles
  • 2017 – 35,983 miles
  • 2016 – 30,710 miles
  • 2015 – 27,956 miles
  • 2014 – 24,726 miles
  • 2013 – 21,934 miles
  • 2012 – 18,526 miles
  • 2011 – 13,164 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,659 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,659 miles (+2,072)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    50,659 miles
    Test number
    429785040638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass48,587 miles (+1,881)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    48,587 miles
    Test number
    675278247765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass46,706 miles (+2,004)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    46,706 miles
    Test number
    996650209181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass44,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    44,702 miles
    Test number
    118875947239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail44,701 miles (+2,287)1 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,701 miles
    Test number
    984202579462
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass42,414 miles (+1,127)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    42,414 miles
    Test number
    390153968080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass41,287 miles (+1,734)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    41,287 miles
    Test number
    751080977758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass39,553 miles (+1,324)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    39,553 miles
    Test number
    804843004180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass38,229 miles (+1,231)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    38,229 miles
    Test number
    647317956398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass36,998 miles (+1,015)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    36,998 miles
    Test number
    334700128804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass35,983 miles (+890)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    35,983 miles
    Test number
    991048985832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass35,093 miles (+4,383)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    35,093 miles
    Test number
    207373714938
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre has damage to outer sidewall

  13. Pass30,710 miles (+2,754)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    30,710 miles
    Test number
    318195379954
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass27,956 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    27,956 miles
    Test number
    167027195046
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has chunk out of outer sidewall not showing cords
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has several chunks out of outer sidewall not showing cords

  15. Fail27,953 miles (+3,227)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,953 miles
    Test number
    829987295085
    • FailureInner Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has chunk out of outer sidewall not showing cords
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has several chunks out of outer sidewall not showing cords

  16. Pass24,726 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    24,726 miles
    Test number
    865843564010
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn inner and outer edges
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn inner edge

  17. Fail24,724 miles (+2,790)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,724 miles
    Test number
    286183964061
    • FailureHeadlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn inner and outer edges
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn inner edge

  18. Pass21,934 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    21,934 miles
    Test number
    127054353493
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Fail21,934 miles (+3,408)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,934 miles
    Test number
    726994353017
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass18,526 miles (+5,362)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    18,526 miles
    Test number
    579109262050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass13,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    13,164 miles
    Test number
    385077681050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S4 ABV

Does S4 ABV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S4 ABV is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S4 ABV?
The MOT on S4 ABV is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S4 ABV done?
S4 ABV was recorded at 50,659 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 2,420 miles a year.
Has S4 ABV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 ABV has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on S4 ABV 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 ABV find?
S4 ABV passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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