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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,998 cc

S5 BGEMOT history

S5 BGE is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 21 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 78,291 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

S5 BGE grey Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Saab 9-3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
78,291 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,310 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 BGE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
21 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 BGE was last recorded at 78,291 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 1,521 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,770 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,521 miles
Average per year
3,310 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,291 miles
  • 2025 – 76,770 miles
  • 2024 – 74,234 miles
  • 2023 – 72,831 miles
  • 2022 – 70,049 miles
  • 2020 – 66,983 miles
  • 2019 – 64,201 miles
  • 2018 – 61,705 miles
  • 2017 – 58,454 miles
  • 2016 – 53,466 miles
  • 2015 – 49,645 miles
  • 2014 – 45,786 miles
  • 2013 – 42,460 miles
  • 2012 – 37,655 miles
  • 2011 – 33,316 miles
  • 2010 – 27,228 miles
  • 2009 – 22,534 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,291 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Windscreen has damage not affecting drivers view

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Windscreen washers poor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 3 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,291 miles (+1,521)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    78,291 miles
    Test number
    891780650655
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass76,770 miles (+2,536)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    76,770 miles
    Test number
    298806018679
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass74,234 miles (+1,403)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    74,234 miles
    Test number
    280686571276
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass72,831 miles (+2,782)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    72,831 miles
    Test number
    381220659116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass70,049 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    70,049 miles
    Test number
    652910279249
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail70,041 miles (+3,058)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,041 miles
    Test number
    699949266415
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass66,983 miles (+2,782)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    66,983 miles
    Test number
    234350787573
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass64,201 miles (+40)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    64,201 miles
    Test number
    740572560446
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage not affecting drivers view
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washers poor

  9. Fail64,161 miles (+2,456)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,161 miles
    Test number
    467632469649
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam main beam not staying on (4.1.3 (b))
    • MinorNearside Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced 1/2 not working (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage not affecting drivers view
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washers poor

  10. Pass61,705 miles (+3,251)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    61,705 miles
    Test number
    798743640475
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass58,454 miles (+4,988)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    58,454 miles
    Test number
    776876043969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    53,466 miles
    Test number
    653807021774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail53,466 miles (+3,821)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,466 miles
    Test number
    414766526290
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass49,645 miles (+3,859)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    49,645 miles
    Test number
    317194185076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,786 miles (+3,326)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    45,786 miles
    Test number
    288487384033
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  16. Pass42,460 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    42,460 miles
    Test number
    636192513143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail42,444 miles (+4,789)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,444 miles
    Test number
    378209303117
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass37,655 miles (+4,339)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    37,655 miles
    Test number
    625344302171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,316 miles (+6,088)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    33,316 miles
    Test number
    176718381424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,228 miles (+4,694)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    27,228 miles
    Test number
    623430390080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    22,534 miles
    Test number
    281913599096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 BGE

Does S5 BGE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 BGE is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 BGE?
The MOT on S5 BGE is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 BGE done?
S5 BGE was recorded at 78,291 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 3,310 miles a year.
Has S5 BGE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 BGE has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on S5 BGE 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 BGE find?
S5 BGE passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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