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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,910 cc

S5 BCLMOT history

S5 BCL is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 17 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 21 Nov 2022 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 177,295 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2021.

S5 BCL black Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Saab 9-3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Nov 2022
Mileage
177,295 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2021
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
11,667 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 BCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
17 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 BCL was last recorded at 177,295 miles on 22 Nov 2021, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,277 miles · 19 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
11,667 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 177,295 miles
  • 2020 – 162,911 miles
  • 2019 – 153,161 miles
  • 2018 – 142,267 miles
  • 2017 – 131,596 miles
  • 2016 – 121,269 miles
  • 2015 – 101,765 miles
  • 2014 – 97,580 miles
  • 2013 – 87,116 miles
  • 2012 – 73,925 miles
  • 2011 – 66,698 miles
  • 2010 – 52,602 miles
  • 2009 – 37,022 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,295 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront position lights flashing intermittently when turned off, recommend checkRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner drive shaft gaiter slightly deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front window does not operateRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear body damageRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wear on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear both brake backplates corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBattery lowRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryEngine light onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • (non obligatory by year of first registration) engine malfunction warning illuminated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear brake back plate corroded and partially missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,295 miles (+18)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    177,295 miles
    Test number
    593022263293
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront position lights flashing intermittently when turned off, recommend check
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner drive shaft gaiter slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front window does not operate
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear body damage
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wear on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear both brake backplates corroded
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery low
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  2. Fail177,277 miles (+25)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,277 miles
    Test number
    253239217471
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront position lights flashing intermittently when turned off, recommend check
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner drive shaft gaiter slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front window does not operate
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear body damage
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wear on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear both brake backplates corroded
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery low
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  3. Fail177,252 miles (+14,341)5 dangerous12 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,252 miles
    Test number
    963949331485
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has a cut in outer wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front window does not operate
    • AdvisoryRear both brake backplates excessively corroded
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel recommend check (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvanced travel handbrake
    • AdvisoryBody damage offside rear, light lense taped
    • AdvisoryGearstick deteriorated , difficult to select reverse gear

  4. Pass162,911 miles (+10)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    162,911 miles
    Test number
    616915249933
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • Advisory(non obligatory by year of first registration) engine malfunction warning illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake back plate corroded and partially missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake back plate corroded and partially missing

  5. Fail162,901 miles (+9,740)1 dangerous3 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,901 miles
    Test number
    831388331813
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • Advisory(non obligatory by year of first registration) engine malfunction warning illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake back plate corroded and partially missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake back plate corroded and partially missing
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate lamps dim

  6. Pass153,161 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    153,161 miles
    Test number
    755653263341
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail153,150 miles (+10,883)2 dangerous4 major6 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,150 miles
    Test number
    626247807172
    • DangerousNearside Rear Body component likely to become detached bumper corner detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall damaged exposing inner cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury lamp and bumper panel (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread unevenly worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread unevenly worn

  8. Pass142,267 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    142,267 miles
    Test number
    815253716299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail142,257 miles (+10,661)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,257 miles
    Test number
    711882631205
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass131,596 miles (+10,327)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    131,596 miles
    Test number
    680199463028
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction warning lamp illuminated

  11. Pass121,269 miles (+19,504)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    121,269 miles
    Test number
    613682983408
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  12. Pass101,765 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    101,765 miles
    Test number
    838627175166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail101,764 miles (+4,184)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,764 miles
    Test number
    786096975137
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass97,580 miles (+10,464)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    97,580 miles
    Test number
    588096274164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass87,116 miles (+13,191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    87,116 miles
    Test number
    369501673107
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass73,925 miles (+7,227)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    73,925 miles
    Test number
    989073592185
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear discs slightly pitted

  17. Pass66,698 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    66,698 miles
    Test number
    777272611369
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteMirror glass missing, n/s door. Rear brake discs corroded.

  18. Fail66,698 miles (+14,096)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,698 miles
    Test number
    596342511361
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteMirror glass missing, n/s door. Rear brake discs corroded.

  19. Pass52,602 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    52,602 miles
    Test number
    963551590230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail52,601 miles (+15,579)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,601 miles
    Test number
    613144980273
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass37,022 miles (+51)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    37,022 miles
    Test number
    491697119412
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  22. Fail36,971 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,971 miles
    Test number
    710676119372
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

Questions about S5 BCL

Does S5 BCL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S5 BCL expired on 21 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S5 BCL?
The MOT on S5 BCL expired on 21 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S5 BCL done?
S5 BCL was recorded at 177,295 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2021, an average of 11,667 miles a year.
Has S5 BCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 BCL has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on S5 BCL 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 S5 BCL find?
S5 BCL passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2021 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front position lights flashing intermittently when turned off, recommend check; offside front inner drive shaft gaiter slightly deteriorated, and 7 more.

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