Saab logo

Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,985 cc

S65 KCFMOT history

S65 KCF is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 6 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 117,721 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Apr 2023
Mileage
117,721 mi
At MOT on 5 Apr 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,345 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for S65 KCF in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
S65 KCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
6 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S65 KCF was last recorded at 117,721 miles on 5 Apr 2022, 465 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,256 miles · 15 Oct 2019
Between the last two tests
465 miles
Average per year
4,345 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 117,721 miles
  • 2019 – 117,256 miles
  • 2018 – 115,150 miles
  • 2017 – 112,835 miles
  • 2016 – 107,037 miles
  • 2015 – 100,952 miles
  • 2014 – 97,735 miles
  • 2013 – 93,550 miles
  • 2012 – 88,652 miles
  • 2011 – 83,704 miles
  • 2010 – 78,229 miles
  • 2009 – 71,702 miles
  • 2008 – 62,740 miles
  • 2007 – 54,610 miles
  • 2006 – 49,242 miles
  • 2005 – 45,197 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,721 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive very badly corroded. only just meets requirements

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,721 miles (+465)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    117,721 miles
    Test number
    824189601207
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass117,256 miles (+54)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    117,256 miles
    Test number
    753601402240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive very badly corroded. only just meets requirements (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack area (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Fail117,202 miles (+2,052)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,202 miles
    Test number
    224563636548
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre pipe join (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements background grey (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive very badly corroded. only just meets requirements (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside tyres low on pressure

  4. Pass115,150 miles (+2,315)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    115,150 miles
    Test number
    382168721835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail112,835 miles (+5,798)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,835 miles
    Test number
    157495623486
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/50/16 87w (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking Note: Reservoir level also low (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFront shocks have corroded (n/s more-so) & rear shocks are misting
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s rear coil spring upper mounts have corroded (o/s more-so)
    • AdvisoryOil leak source unknown

  6. Pass107,037 miles (+6,085)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    107,037 miles
    Test number
    136876880106
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  7. Pass100,952 miles (+3,217)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    100,952 miles
    Test number
    845016015262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s rear tyre low on air pressure
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  8. Pass97,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    97,735 miles
    Test number
    935537104232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail97,735 miles (+4,185)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,735 miles
    Test number
    219265704226
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Fail93,550 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,550 miles
    Test number
    895457903208
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass93,550 miles (+4,898)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    93,550 miles
    Test number
    928477203288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass88,652 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    88,652 miles
    Test number
    327057002419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Fail88,652 miles (+4,948)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,652 miles
    Test number
    827137102289
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass83,704 miles (+5,475)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    83,704 miles
    Test number
    166005301231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    78,229 miles
    Test number
    843687000282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail78,229 miles (+6,527)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,229 miles
    Test number
    580236300229
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass71,702 miles (+8,962)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    71,702 miles
    Test number
    143227709201
    • NoteFluid leak onto steering gaiters

  18. Pass62,740 miles (+8,130)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    62,740 miles
    Test number
    904067608222
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass54,610 miles (+5,368)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    54,610 miles
    Test number
    892898907297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,242 miles (+4,045)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    49,242 miles
    Test number
    930061686197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,197 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    45,197 miles
    Test number
    701127305213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S65 KCF

Does S65 KCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S65 KCF expired on 4 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S65 KCF?
The MOT on S65 KCF expired on 4 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S65 KCF done?
S65 KCF was recorded at 117,721 miles at its MOT on 5 Apr 2022, an average of 4,345 miles a year.
Has S65 KCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S65 KCF has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on S65 KCF 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 S65 KCF find?
S65 KCF passed its latest MOT on 5 Apr 2022 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

Related registrations

Browse all S65 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.