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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,985 cc

S83 AABMOT history

S83 AAB is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 28 Jun 2002. Its MOT is valid until 3 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 70,455 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Oct 2027
Mileage
70,455 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,717 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S83 AAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
28 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S83 AAB was last recorded at 70,455 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 2,959 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,496 miles · 25 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,959 miles
Average per year
2,717 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,455 miles
  • 2025 – 67,496 miles
  • 2024 – 64,113 miles
  • 2023 – 60,055 miles
  • 2022 – 59,246 miles
  • 2021 – 58,093 miles
  • 2020 – 56,048 miles
  • 2019 – 52,055 miles
  • 2018 – 48,774 miles
  • 2017 – 42,743 miles
  • 2016 – 41,605 miles
  • 2015 – 38,549 miles
  • 2014 – 34,500 miles
  • 2013 – 31,376 miles
  • 2012 – 29,490 miles
  • 2011 – 27,246 miles
  • 2010 – 25,461 miles
  • 2009 – 23,402 miles
  • 2008 – 20,652 miles
  • 2007 – 18,349 miles
  • 2006 – 15,422 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,455 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Vehicle restricted view

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,455 miles (+2,959)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    70,455 miles
    Test number
    841295437854
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass67,496 miles (+3,383)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    67,496 miles
    Test number
    105488589156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass64,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    64,113 miles
    Test number
    587535350319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail64,113 miles (+4,058)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,113 miles
    Test number
    755001978381
    • DangerousCentral Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass60,055 miles (+809)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    60,055 miles
    Test number
    883627004022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle restricted view

  6. Pass59,246 miles (+1,153)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    59,246 miles
    Test number
    515961954742
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicle restricted view

  7. Pass58,093 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    58,093 miles
    Test number
    713941894439
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle restricted view

  8. Fail58,093 miles (+2,045)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,093 miles
    Test number
    954967813323
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle restricted view

  9. Pass56,048 miles (+3,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    56,048 miles
    Test number
    924497315493
    • AdvisoryRestricted view

  10. Pass52,055 miles (+3,281)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    52,055 miles
    Test number
    444374586724
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass48,774 miles (+6,031)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    48,774 miles
    Test number
    357582106056
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear advise new tyre very worn on inner edge 205/55/16
    • AdvisoryOffside Front advise new tyre worn on inner edge and driven on flat 205/50/16

  12. Pass42,743 miles (+1,138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    42,743 miles
    Test number
    262343131124
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass41,605 miles (+3,056)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    41,605 miles
    Test number
    655315355491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,549 miles (+4,049)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    38,549 miles
    Test number
    268389665122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    34,500 miles
    Test number
    955503164181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail34,498 miles (+3,122)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,498 miles
    Test number
    858113664129
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  17. Pass31,376 miles (+1,886)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    31,376 miles
    Test number
    777950153181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,490 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    29,490 miles
    Test number
    125448672153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail29,488 miles (+2,242)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,488 miles
    Test number
    225248872147
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  20. Pass27,246 miles (+1,785)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    27,246 miles
    Test number
    499552471161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,461 miles (+2,059)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    25,461 miles
    Test number
    401865470159
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracked on outside edge
    • NoteO/s/r tyre cracked on outside edge

  22. Pass23,402 miles (+2,750)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    23,402 miles
    Test number
    552426179122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,652 miles (+2,303)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    20,652 miles
    Test number
    130136978136
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on outer tread edge.

  24. Pass18,349 miles (+2,927)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    18,349 miles
    Test number
    923136877147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass15,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    15,422 miles
    Test number
    583054676152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S83 AAB

Does S83 AAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S83 AAB is valid until 3 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S83 AAB?
The MOT on S83 AAB is valid until 3 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S83 AAB done?
S83 AAB was recorded at 70,455 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 2,717 miles a year.
Has S83 AAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S83 AAB has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on S83 AAB 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 S83 AAB find?
S83 AAB passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

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