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Saab 9000 CSE

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,985 cc

S729 CGKMOT history

S729 CGK is a silver petrol Saab 9000 CSE first used on 27 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 11 Jan 2022 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 229,892 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Jan 2022
Mileage
229,892 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2022
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,246 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S729 CGK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9000 CSE
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
27 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

S729 CGK was last recorded at 229,892 miles on 9 Feb 2022, 3,938 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Jan 2007: 120,784 miles, lower than 120,787 miles on 19 Jan 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
225,954 miles · 12 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
3,938 miles
Average per year
7,246 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 229,892 miles
  • 2021 – 225,954 miles
  • 2020 – 225,798 miles
  • 2019 – 219,231 miles
  • 2018 – 206,726 miles
  • 2017 – 193,838 miles
  • 2016 – 184,474 miles
  • 2015 – 176,052 miles
  • 2014 – 171,390 miles
  • 2013 – 166,642 miles
  • 2012 – 162,886 miles
  • 2011 – 152,148 miles
  • 2010 – 149,200 miles
  • 2009 – 146,021 miles
  • 2008 – 129,920 miles
  • 2007 – 120,784 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail229,892 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018

What MOT failures 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 Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail229,892 miles (+3,938)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,892 miles
    Test number
    186655610590
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass225,954 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    225,954 miles
    Test number
    935201862811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail225,906 miles (+108)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,906 miles
    Test number
    872261441557
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel tyre retaining ring not correctly fitted (5.2.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  4. Fail225,798 miles (+6,567)4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,798 miles
    Test number
    423970774122
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass219,231 miles (+94)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    219,231 miles
    Test number
    543770885902
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner sills holed and corroded outside prescribed areas

  6. Fail219,137 miles (+12,411)1 dangerous5 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,137 miles
    Test number
    647595007782
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both rear D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high unable to adjust (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high unable to adjust (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner sills holed and corroded outside prescribed areas

  7. Pass206,726 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    206,726 miles
    Test number
    749166475151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor corroded by jacking point
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail206,664 miles (+12,826)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,664 miles
    Test number
    959988952983
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor corroded by jacking point
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass193,838 miles (+210)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    193,838 miles
    Test number
    842565308360
    • AdvisoryNail in offside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush Centre d bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubbers deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight weep from steering rack
    • AdvisoryUnable to check condition of sills due to fitted covers

  10. Fail193,628 miles (+9,154)8 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,628 miles
    Test number
    902768145189
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureEmissions not tested Due to major exhaust leak (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rubber mounting perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust corroded
    • AdvisorySill panel covers fitted
    • AdvisorySmall seepage from steering rack

  11. Pass184,474 miles (+35)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    184,474 miles
    Test number
    984344418797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder sill covers fitted

  12. Fail184,439 miles (+8,387)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,439 miles
    Test number
    613301601845
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder sill covers fitted

  13. Pass176,052 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    176,052 miles
    Test number
    338558027867
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing low at inner edges
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust to all exhaust system
    • AdvisoryGeneral wear and score marks on both front brake discs
    • AdvisoryNearside front rear view mirror glass missing

  14. Fail176,052 miles (+4,662)7 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,052 miles
    Test number
    613818404713
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides rubbers worn and split (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing low at inner edges
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust to all exhaust system
    • AdvisoryGeneral wear and score marks on all front and rear brake discs
    • AdvisoryNearside front rear view mirror glass missing

  15. Pass171,390 miles (+4,748)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    171,390 miles
    Test number
    377746264235
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust section poor and rusty

  16. Pass166,642 miles (+3,756)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    166,642 miles
    Test number
    497281573288
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteRear exhaust system poor and rusty

  17. Pass162,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    162,886 miles
    Test number
    235679672241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail162,882 miles (+10,734)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,882 miles
    Test number
    177849272245
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass152,148 miles (+2,948)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    152,148 miles
    Test number
    795559821388
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass149,200 miles (+3,179)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    149,200 miles
    Test number
    704953740319
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteExhaust rubbers perished
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass146,021 miles (+6,511)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    146,021 miles
    Test number
    763363659341
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass139,510 miles (+9,590)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    139,510 miles
    Test number
    494198729034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass129,920 miles (+9,136)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    129,920 miles
    Test number
    690792328060
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass120,784 miles (-3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    120,784 miles
    Test number
    963704327056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail120,787 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,787 miles
    Test number
    332299517065
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about S729 CGK

Does S729 CGK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S729 CGK expired on 11 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S729 CGK?
The MOT on S729 CGK expired on 11 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S729 CGK done?
S729 CGK was recorded at 229,892 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2022, an average of 7,246 miles a year.
Has S729 CGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S729 CGK has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on S729 CGK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Jan 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S729 CGK find?
S729 CGK failed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2022 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside front headlamp not working on dipped beam; parking brake efficiency below requirements, and 2 more.

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