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Saab 9-3

White · Petrol · 1998 · 2,290 cc

S54 ADVMOT history

S54 ADV is a white petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 4 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 15 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 126,093 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Jan 2026
Mileage
126,093 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,805 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S54 ADV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
4 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S54 ADV was last recorded at 126,093 miles on 15 Jan 2025, 671 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,422 miles · 16 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
671 miles
Average per year
3,805 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,093 miles
  • 2024 – 125,422 miles
  • 2023 – 124,054 miles
  • 2021 – 122,868 miles
  • 2020 – 120,832 miles
  • 2019 – 118,026 miles
  • 2018 – 114,550 miles
  • 2017 – 109,608 miles
  • 2016 – 102,606 miles
  • 2015 – 95,007 miles
  • 2014 – 88,007 miles
  • 2013 – 84,161 miles
  • 2012 – 79,836 miles
  • 2011 – 75,702 miles
  • 2010 – 71,235 miles
  • 2009 – 68,360 miles
  • 2008 – 63,397 miles
  • 2006 – 56,774 miles
  • 2005 – 52,736 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,093 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Centre exhaust section is corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass126,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    126,093 miles
    Test number
    723169787530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail126,093 miles (+671)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,093 miles
    Test number
    272124227335
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass125,422 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    125,422 miles
    Test number
    594008515399
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail125,422 miles (+1,368)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,422 miles
    Test number
    342182478698
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass124,054 miles (+1,186)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    124,054 miles
    Test number
    865548789453
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box corroded

  6. Pass122,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    122,868 miles
    Test number
    782193497862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail122,863 miles (+2,031)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,863 miles
    Test number
    772268946845
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre out of shape

  8. Pass120,832 miles (+2,806)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    120,832 miles
    Test number
    732220859347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass118,026 miles (+3,476)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    118,026 miles
    Test number
    760614098652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass114,550 miles (+4,942)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    114,550 miles
    Test number
    634350281211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass109,608 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    109,608 miles
    Test number
    133073542789
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust section is corroded.

  12. Fail109,608 miles (+7,002)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,608 miles
    Test number
    456132929601
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust section is corroded.

  13. Pass102,606 miles (+7,599)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    102,606 miles
    Test number
    755700753355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass95,007 miles (+7,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    95,007 miles
    Test number
    685479106352
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front light lense is damaged

  15. Pass88,007 miles (+3,846)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    88,007 miles
    Test number
    437553574243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass84,161 miles (+4,325)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    84,161 miles
    Test number
    155460673229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,836 miles (+4,134)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    79,836 miles
    Test number
    307662472250
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  18. Pass75,702 miles (+4,467)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    75,702 miles
    Test number
    397277031489
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre has small cracks to inner tread,advise to change.
    • NoteOffside front fuel pipe is damaged.

  19. Pass71,235 miles (+2,875)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    71,235 miles
    Test number
    240967230214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass68,360 miles (+4,963)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    68,360 miles
    Test number
    794672239214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass63,397 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    63,397 miles
    Test number
    252533738208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNsf wheel bearing had excessive play

  22. Fail63,397 miles (+6,623)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,397 miles
    Test number
    892533038290
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNsf wheel bearing had excessive play

  23. Pass56,774 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    56,774 miles
    Test number
    990121896207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail56,763 miles (+4,027)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,763 miles
    Test number
    380445186227
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass52,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    52,736 miles
    Test number
    763058375217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S54 ADV

Does S54 ADV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S54 ADV expired on 15 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S54 ADV?
The MOT on S54 ADV expired on 15 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S54 ADV done?
S54 ADV was recorded at 126,093 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2025, an average of 3,805 miles a year.
Has S54 ADV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S54 ADV has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on S54 ADV 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 S54 ADV find?
S54 ADV passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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