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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,985 cc

S4 GMWMOT history

S4 GMW is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 6 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 161,423 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jun 2027
Mileage
161,423 mi
At MOT on 27 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,401 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 GMW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
6 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 GMW was last recorded at 161,423 miles on 27 Jun 2026, 3,728 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,695 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,728 miles
Average per year
5,401 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,423 miles
  • 2025 – 157,695 miles
  • 2024 – 148,310 miles
  • 2023 – 143,192 miles
  • 2022 – 135,946 miles
  • 2021 – 123,565 miles
  • 2020 – 116,784 miles
  • 2019 – 108,423 miles
  • 2018 – 99,595 miles
  • 2017 – 95,311 miles
  • 2016 – 89,799 miles
  • 2015 – 83,745 miles
  • 2013 – 76,111 miles
  • 2012 – 71,062 miles
  • 2011 – 66,519 miles
  • 2010 – 62,183 miles
  • 2007 – 59,622 miles
  • 2006 – 55,619 miles
  • 2005 – 50,381 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,423 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Nearside and Offside - Jacking Area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine Oil and Gearbox Oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Nearside and Offside (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front and Rear - Nearside and Offside - Shock Absorbers (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear coil springs corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,423 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    161,423 miles
    Test number
    572353768585
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Nearside and Offside - Jacking Area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine Oil and Gearbox Oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Nearside and Offside (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front and Rear - Nearside and Offside - Shock Absorbers (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail161,411 miles (+3,716)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,411 miles
    Test number
    429546864914
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Nearside and Offside - Jacking Area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine Oil and Gearbox Oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Nearside and Offside (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front and Rear - Nearside and Offside - Shock Absorbers (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass157,695 miles (+17)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    157,695 miles
    Test number
    160672821007
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle slightly corroded

  4. Fail157,678 miles (+9,368)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,678 miles
    Test number
    124236904683
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle slightly corroded

  5. Pass148,310 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    148,310 miles
    Test number
    405315823328
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to under body and components
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  6. Fail148,287 miles (+5,095)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,287 miles
    Test number
    600829253740
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to under body and components
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  7. Pass143,192 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    143,192 miles
    Test number
    907482339120
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  8. Fail143,192 miles (+7,246)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,192 miles
    Test number
    463049412557
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  9. Pass135,946 miles (+39)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    135,946 miles
    Test number
    914194822598
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  10. Fail135,907 miles (+12,342)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,907 miles
    Test number
    433087405147
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 215 45 17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentre heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  11. Pass123,565 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    123,565 miles
    Test number
    450267461948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail123,565 miles (+6,781)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,565 miles
    Test number
    667765314807
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  13. Pass116,784 miles (+8,361)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    116,784 miles
    Test number
    877141439787
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion of rear exhaust silencer

  14. Pass108,423 miles (+8,828)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    108,423 miles
    Test number
    706013073740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass99,595 miles (+4,284)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    99,595 miles
    Test number
    543039625238
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight bind on wheel

  16. Pass95,311 miles (+5,512)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    95,311 miles
    Test number
    539111270786
    • AdvisoryNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Pass89,799 miles (+6,054)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    89,799 miles
    Test number
    139193574640
    • AdvisoryCorrosion of exhaust system
    • AdvisoryRev lamps inop

  18. Pass83,745 miles (+7,634)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    83,745 miles
    Test number
    219850425417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion of rear exhaust silencer
    • NoteSurface corrosion of front brake discs

  19. Pass76,111 miles (+5,049)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    76,111 miles
    Test number
    246960703131
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres wearing inner edge
    • NoteAdvise both rear tyres worn edges
    • NoteAdvise rear silencer slightly corroded

  20. Pass71,062 miles (+4,543)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    71,062 miles
    Test number
    546555392082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass66,519 miles (+4,336)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    66,519 miles
    Test number
    745677091091
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside inner cv boot weeping

  22. Pass62,183 miles (+2,561)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    62,183 miles
    Test number
    930812490040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass59,622 miles (+4,003)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    59,622 miles
    Test number
    461312357310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass55,619 miles (+5,238)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    55,619 miles
    Test number
    202092946378
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteHandbrake travel high (nearly to stop) recommend brake check/adjustment

  25. Pass50,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    50,381 miles
    Test number
    222219335320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S4 GMW

Does S4 GMW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S4 GMW is valid until 26 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S4 GMW?
The MOT on S4 GMW is valid until 26 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 GMW done?
S4 GMW was recorded at 161,423 miles at its MOT on 27 Jun 2026, an average of 5,401 miles a year.
Has S4 GMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S4 GMW has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S4 GMW 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 GMW find?
S4 GMW passed its latest MOT on 27 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security nearside and offside - jacking area; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 6 more.

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