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Saab 9-3

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,985 cc

S59 WYBMOT history

S59 WYB is a green petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 27 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 21 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 64,784 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Nov 2026
Mileage
64,784 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,404 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S59 WYB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
27 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S59 WYB was last recorded at 64,784 miles on 28 Oct 2025, 1,543 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,241 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,543 miles
Average per year
2,404 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 64,784 miles
  • 2024 – 63,241 miles
  • 2023 – 61,953 miles
  • 2022 – 60,984 miles
  • 2021 – 58,579 miles
  • 2020 – 56,972 miles
  • 2019 – 56,080 miles
  • 2018 – 53,311 miles
  • 2017 – 50,622 miles
  • 2016 – 47,065 miles
  • 2015 – 44,299 miles
  • 2014 – 40,844 miles
  • 2013 – 38,857 miles
  • 2012 – 36,527 miles
  • 2011 – 34,399 miles
  • 2010 – 31,532 miles
  • 2009 – 28,686 miles
  • 2008 – 27,191 miles
  • 2007 – 25,468 miles
  • 2006 – 20,042 miles
  • 2005 – 17,098 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,784 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear axle and components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 28 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,784 miles (+1,543)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    64,784 miles
    Test number
    887809402792
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass63,241 miles (+1,288)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    63,241 miles
    Test number
    756356381219
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  3. Pass61,953 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    61,953 miles
    Test number
    781756751812
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axle and components corroded

  4. Fail61,952 miles (+968)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,952 miles
    Test number
    174753959796
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axle and components corroded

  5. Pass60,984 miles (+2,405)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    60,984 miles
    Test number
    856739490948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass58,579 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    58,579 miles
    Test number
    943982921904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail58,578 miles (+1,606)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,578 miles
    Test number
    285559358107
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass56,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    56,972 miles
    Test number
    757765640302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail56,972 miles (+892)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,972 miles
    Test number
    462140034664
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass56,080 miles (+2,769)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    56,080 miles
    Test number
    843868751484
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded oil cooler pipe under front bumper (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroding

  11. Pass53,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    53,311 miles
    Test number
    671505260686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail53,309 miles (+2,687)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,309 miles
    Test number
    983249888308
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass50,622 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    50,622 miles
    Test number
    120297927331
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded oil cooler pipe (2.3.2)

  14. Fail50,622 miles (+3,557)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,622 miles
    Test number
    603106027199
    • Repaired at testBrake pipe excessively corroded pipe to o/s/r caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded oil cooler pipe (2.3.2)

  15. Pass47,065 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    47,065 miles
    Test number
    614374173194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail47,056 miles (+2,757)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,056 miles
    Test number
    701963837314
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases very rusty and holed centre section and clamp (7.1.2)

  17. Pass44,299 miles (+3,455)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    44,299 miles
    Test number
    572689528226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,844 miles (+1,987)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    40,844 miles
    Test number
    446161734334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,857 miles (+2,330)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    38,857 miles
    Test number
    455098833441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,527 miles (+2,128)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    36,527 miles
    Test number
    687846442371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,399 miles (+2,867)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    34,399 miles
    Test number
    179848941397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,532 miles (+2,846)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    31,532 miles
    Test number
    382573340313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged.
    • NoteN.s.f.and o.s.f tyre worn on edges
    • NoteRear beam rusty.

  23. Pass28,686 miles (+1,495)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    28,686 miles
    Test number
    414215549333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,191 miles (+1,723)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    27,191 miles
    Test number
    822954048323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,468 miles (+5,426)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    25,468 miles
    Test number
    214205147336
    • NoteAdvise crack to front number plate
    • NoteAdvise rear brake hose flang rusty

  26. Pass20,042 miles (+2,944)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    20,042 miles
    Test number
    272802646306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass17,098 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    17,098 miles
    Test number
    431602165329
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteHandbrake lever travel slightly long but handbrake holds

Questions about S59 WYB

Does S59 WYB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S59 WYB is valid until 21 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S59 WYB?
The MOT on S59 WYB is valid until 21 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S59 WYB done?
S59 WYB was recorded at 64,784 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2025, an average of 2,404 miles a year.
Has S59 WYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S59 WYB has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on S59 WYB 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 S59 WYB find?
S59 WYB passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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