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Saab 9-3

White · Petrol · 1998 · 1,985 cc

S74 ADVMOT history

S74 ADV is a white petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 72,472 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
72,472 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,835 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S74 ADV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S74 ADV was last recorded at 72,472 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 3,580 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,892 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,580 miles
Average per year
1,835 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,472 miles
  • 2025 – 68,892 miles
  • 2023 – 66,380 miles
  • 2022 – 64,195 miles
  • 2017 – 63,077 miles
  • 2016 – 61,286 miles
  • 2015 – 58,914 miles
  • 2014 – 56,001 miles
  • 2013 – 49,694 miles
  • 2012 – 45,222 miles
  • 2011 – 41,020 miles
  • 2010 – 40,020 miles
  • 2009 – 39,601 miles
  • 2008 – 38,083 miles
  • 2006 – 35,532 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,472 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe rear clamp (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer at outer seam (6.1.2 (a))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass72,472 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    72,472 miles
    Test number
    477804415857
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe rear clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer at outer seam (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail72,472 miles (+3,580)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,472 miles
    Test number
    625329677278
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe rear clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer at outer seam (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass68,892 miles (+2,512)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    68,892 miles
    Test number
    336584283790
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and rear and rear silencer corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass66,380 miles (+2,185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    66,380 miles
    Test number
    527433209270
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass64,195 miles (+1,118)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    64,195 miles
    Test number
    783183651183
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Silencer Corroding

  6. Pass63,077 miles (+1,791)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    63,077 miles
    Test number
    144596382125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Bold On Inner Edge (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass61,286 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    61,286 miles
    Test number
    377063532550
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail61,286 miles (+2,372)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,286 miles
    Test number
    301252438536
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass58,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    58,914 miles
    Test number
    589868465111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail58,912 miles (+2,911)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,912 miles
    Test number
    108728265115
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Pass56,001 miles (+6,307)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    56,001 miles
    Test number
    946172784192
    • NoteO/s front tyre cracking on side walls

  12. Pass49,694 miles (+4,472)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    49,694 miles
    Test number
    176960333477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    45,222 miles
    Test number
    426529212096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail45,222 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,222 miles
    Test number
    156736712459
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass45,222 miles (+4,202)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    45,222 miles
    Test number
    897496112058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,020 miles (+1,000)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    41,020 miles
    Test number
    418948911009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,020 miles (+419)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    40,020 miles
    Test number
    271939420030
    • DangerousN/s/r tyre inner sidewall worn
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass39,601 miles (+202)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    39,601 miles
    Test number
    894419649097
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  19. Fail39,399 miles (+1,316)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,399 miles
    Test number
    372081549092
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Vehicle structure has a fracture which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on inside shoulder

  20. Pass38,083 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    38,083 miles
    Test number
    471464328047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteReverse lights not working
    • NoteSlight damage to fuel filler cap

  21. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    440893247009
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass35,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    35,532 miles
    Test number
    601971346094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S74 ADV

Does S74 ADV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S74 ADV is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S74 ADV?
The MOT on S74 ADV is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S74 ADV done?
S74 ADV was recorded at 72,472 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 1,835 miles a year.
Has S74 ADV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S74 ADV has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S74 ADV 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 S74 ADV find?
S74 ADV passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe rear clamp; nearside front coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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