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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 2,000 cc

S70 BESMOT history

S70 BES is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 5 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 137,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2026.

S70 BES 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 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
137,521 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,108 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S70 BES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
5 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S70 BES was last recorded at 137,521 miles on 25 Apr 2026, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,489 miles · 13 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
7,108 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,521 miles
  • 2025 – 137,489 miles
  • 2024 – 137,230 miles
  • 2023 – 136,056 miles
  • 2022 – 134,674 miles
  • 2021 – 134,495 miles
  • 2020 – 134,008 miles
  • 2019 – 132,919 miles
  • 2018 – 126,158 miles
  • 2017 – 117,754 miles
  • 2016 – 110,912 miles
  • 2015 – 104,407 miles
  • 2014 – 87,312 miles
  • 2013 – 73,086 miles
  • 2012 – 60,633 miles
  • 2011 – 42,644 miles
  • 2010 – 26,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,521 miles

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.

  • Engine covers fitted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,521 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    137,521 miles
    Test number
    937583973824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass137,489 miles (+259)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    137,489 miles
    Test number
    922235884463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass137,230 miles (+1,174)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    137,230 miles
    Test number
    278289243472
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper shock absorber mount is corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber mount is corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel is tight to turn
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitor warning light on
  4. Pass136,056 miles1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    136,056 miles
    Test number
    176945274625
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (Shock Absorber) (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (Trailing arm bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (Trailing arm mounting) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (Shock Absorber) (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (Trailing arm bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (Trailing arm mounting) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS malfunction
  5. Fail136,052 miles (+1,378)1 dangerous1 major1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,052 miles
    Test number
    452693834712
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (Shock Absorber) (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (Trailing arm bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (Trailing arm mounting) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (Shock Absorber) (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (Trailing arm bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (Trailing arm mounting) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS malfunction
  6. Pass134,674 miles (+179)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    134,674 miles
    Test number
    810945979792
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring light stays on
  7. Pass134,495 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    134,495 miles
    Test number
    388600621972
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system lamp stays on
  8. Fail134,487 miles (+479)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,487 miles
    Test number
    136261441945
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system lamp stays on
  9. Pass134,008 miles (+1,089)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    134,008 miles
    Test number
    491167142689
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
  10. Pass132,919 miles (+6,761)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    132,919 miles
    Test number
    589821093872
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitor light on indicating a possible fault
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect nearside and offside outer sills due to covers fitted
  11. Pass126,158 miles (+8,404)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    126,158 miles
    Test number
    342849067425
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass117,754 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    117,754 miles
    Test number
    133256428864
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
  13. Fail117,750 miles (+6,838)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,750 miles
    Test number
    281708508919
    • FailureOffside Front Braking system leaking at caliper (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitor warning light on
  14. Pass110,912 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    110,912 miles
    Test number
    263979625445
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light on
  15. Fail110,912 miles (+6,505)2 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,912 miles
    Test number
    712115963081
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light on
  16. Pass104,407 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    104,407 miles
    Test number
    430318852378
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitor system faulty
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Fail104,398 miles (+17,086)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,398 miles
    Test number
    216961689415
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitor system faulty
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  18. Pass87,312 miles (+14,226)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    87,312 miles
    Test number
    666433194266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTyre pressure monitor system warning light on
  19. Pass73,086 miles (+12,453)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    73,086 miles
    Test number
    488245403390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
  20. Pass60,633 miles (+17,989)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    60,633 miles
    Test number
    798963562281
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  21. Pass42,644 miles (+16,191)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    42,644 miles
    Test number
    467307631278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    26,453 miles
    Test number
    300602150405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S70 BES

Does S70 BES currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S70 BES is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S70 BES?
The MOT on S70 BES is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S70 BES done?
S70 BES was recorded at 137,521 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2026, an average of 7,108 miles a year.
Has S70 BES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S70 BES has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on S70 BES 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 S70 BES find?
S70 BES passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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