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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,910 cc

S70 OJWMOT history

S70 OJW is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 6 Feb 2007. Its MOT expired on 22 Nov 2022 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 99,828 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2021.

S70 OJW black Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Nov 2022
Mileage
99,828 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2021
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,632 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S70 OJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
6 Feb 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

S70 OJW was last recorded at 99,828 miles on 20 Nov 2021, 5,677 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,151 miles · 23 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
5,677 miles
Average per year
6,632 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 99,828 miles
  • 2020 – 94,151 miles
  • 2019 – 85,037 miles
  • 2018 – 75,991 miles
  • 2015 – 47,670 miles
  • 2014 – 38,263 miles
  • 2013 – 35,649 miles
  • 2011 – 31,326 miles
  • 2010 – 24,241 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,828 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All rear showing signs of wear. (5.3.4 (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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

13 tests since 28 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,828 miles (+5,677)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    99,828 miles
    Test number
    856774962309
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All rear showing signs of wear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass94,151 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    94,151 miles
    Test number
    119208548615
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront seat belts slow to retract

  3. Fail94,146 miles (+9,109)2 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,146 miles
    Test number
    412811703685
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Limit 0.5 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front seatbelts slow to retract
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass85,037 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    85,037 miles
    Test number
    504567144365
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail85,036 miles (+9,045)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,036 miles
    Test number
    198223570432
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass75,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    75,991 miles
    Test number
    312982941597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail75,991 miles (+28,321)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,991 miles
    Test number
    698987378513
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  8. Pass47,670 miles (+9,407)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    47,670 miles
    Test number
    166696335072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass38,263 miles (+2,614)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    38,263 miles
    Test number
    495051544049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass35,649 miles (+4,323)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    35,649 miles
    Test number
    627456233000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass31,326 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    31,326 miles
    Test number
    936095551360
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • NoteDamage to bodywork

  12. Fail31,325 miles (+7,084)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,325 miles
    Test number
    975785851397
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • NoteDamage to bodywork

  13. Pass24,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    24,241 miles
    Test number
    312139270174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S70 OJW

Does S70 OJW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S70 OJW expired on 22 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S70 OJW?
The MOT on S70 OJW expired on 22 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S70 OJW done?
S70 OJW was recorded at 99,828 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2021, an average of 6,632 miles a year.
Has S70 OJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S70 OJW has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on S70 OJW 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 OJW find?
S70 OJW passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2021 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear showing signs of wear..

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