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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,985 cc

S740 BGJMOT history

S740 BGJ is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 127,630 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
127,630 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,594 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S740 BGJ
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
30 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S740 BGJ was last recorded at 127,630 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 251 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,379 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
251 miles
Average per year
2,594 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,630 miles
  • 2025 – 127,379 miles
  • 2024 – 126,906 miles
  • 2023 – 125,501 miles
  • 2022 – 124,233 miles
  • 2021 – 123,325 miles
  • 2020 – 122,946 miles
  • 2019 – 122,232 miles
  • 2018 – 120,840 miles
  • 2017 – 119,921 miles
  • 2016 – 118,882 miles
  • 2015 – 118,424 miles
  • 2014 – 116,210 miles
  • 2013 – 114,990 miles
  • 2012 – 113,312 miles
  • 2011 – 110,582 miles
  • 2010 – 105,101 miles
  • 2009 – 100,048 miles
  • 2008 – 90,928 miles
  • 2007 – 82,460 miles
  • 2006 – 74,989 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,630 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 10 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,630 miles (+251)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    127,630 miles
    Test number
    163971513972
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass127,379 miles (+473)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    127,379 miles
    Test number
    156779676275
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  3. Pass126,906 miles (+1,405)2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    126,906 miles
    Test number
    815347148746
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass125,501 miles (+1,268)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    125,501 miles
    Test number
    668135243811
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass124,233 miles (+908)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    124,233 miles
    Test number
    136348072673
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  6. Pass123,325 miles (+90)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    123,325 miles
    Test number
    352898473717
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail123,235 miles (+289)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,235 miles
    Test number
    112176838155
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/60/15 3408 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/60/15 3408 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass122,946 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    122,946 miles
    Test number
    754624682691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail122,942 miles (+710)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,942 miles
    Test number
    602677661326
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded caliper (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass122,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    122,232 miles
    Test number
    723628962166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail122,231 miles (+1,391)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,231 miles
    Test number
    889258791285
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  12. Pass120,840 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    120,840 miles
    Test number
    748712103609
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail120,838 miles (+20)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,838 miles
    Test number
    989530976350
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced seat base (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced seat base (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced seat base (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail120,818 miles (+897)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,818 miles
    Test number
    591515156804
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  15. Pass119,921 miles (+1,039)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    119,921 miles
    Test number
    221702992639
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass118,882 miles (+458)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    118,882 miles
    Test number
    771515812876
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  17. Pass118,424 miles (+2,214)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    118,424 miles
    Test number
    806791348101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass116,210 miles (+1)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    116,210 miles
    Test number
    198356524245
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteExhaust system is corroded / deteriorated

  19. Fail116,209 miles (+1,219)2 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,209 miles
    Test number
    116415724205
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteExhaust system is corroded / deteriorated
    • NoteRear brake discs are worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

  20. Pass114,990 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    114,990 miles
    Test number
    759227263209
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear discs in poor condition

  21. Fail114,985 miles (+1,673)4 dangerous8 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,985 miles
    Test number
    257037763264
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • DangerousRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are getting low on 3mm and are wearing on edges
    • NoteSidewall damage to N/S/F tyre, also nail in tread

  22. Pass113,312 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    113,312 miles
    Test number
    708148382108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn inner and outer areas of tread
    • NoteCentre and rear exhaust deteriorated/corroded

  23. Fail113,311 miles (+13)5 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,311 miles
    Test number
    545888182168
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn inner and outer areas of tread
    • NoteCentre and rear exhaust deteriorated/corroded

  24. Fail113,298 miles (+2,716)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,298 miles
    Test number
    897107482118
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing heavily on inner and outer edges

  25. Pass110,582 miles (+5,481)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    110,582 miles
    Test number
    325966781155
    • NoteCentre exhaust box corroded and poor condition

  26. Pass105,101 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    105,101 miles
    Test number
    980880240171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail105,100 miles (+5,052)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,100 miles
    Test number
    463179330103
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass100,048 miles (+9,120)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    100,048 miles
    Test number
    220483769140
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  29. Pass90,928 miles (+8,468)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    90,928 miles
    Test number
    230048058190
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  30. Pass82,460 miles (+7,471)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    82,460 miles
    Test number
    624206347112
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteUnable to fully check sill panels due to having sill protectors

  31. Pass74,989 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    74,989 miles
    Test number
    162721566112
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about S740 BGJ

Does S740 BGJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S740 BGJ is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S740 BGJ?
The MOT on S740 BGJ is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S740 BGJ done?
S740 BGJ was recorded at 127,630 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 2,594 miles a year.
Has S740 BGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S740 BGJ has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on S740 BGJ 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 S740 BGJ find?
S740 BGJ passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 10 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; items removed from driver's view prior to test, and 7 more.

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