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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 2,000 cc

S88 BGRMOT history

S88 BGR is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 26 Jul 2006. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 79,177 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

S88 BGR blue Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
79,177 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,707 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S88 BGR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
26 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S88 BGR was last recorded at 79,177 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 1,793 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,384 miles · 7 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,793 miles
Average per year
3,707 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,177 miles
  • 2025 – 77,384 miles
  • 2024 – 75,830 miles
  • 2023 – 75,820 miles
  • 2022 – 72,153 miles
  • 2021 – 69,515 miles
  • 2020 – 67,136 miles
  • 2019 – 63,473 miles
  • 2018 – 59,892 miles
  • 2017 – 56,140 miles
  • 2016 – 52,739 miles
  • 2015 – 45,574 miles
  • 2014 – 33,834 miles
  • 2013 – 30,738 miles
  • 2012 – 28,032 miles
  • 2011 – 25,679 miles
  • 2010 – 21,902 miles
  • 2009 – 17,102 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,177 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Hazard warning lamps inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Noise coming from nearside front top mount on full lock

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 10 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,177 miles (+1,793)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    79,177 miles
    Test number
    579307163238
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass77,384 miles (+1,554)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    77,384 miles
    Test number
    690281066394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass75,830 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    75,830 miles
    Test number
    681167829790
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive SLIGHT LEAK FROM THE GEARBOX (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail75,830 miles (+10)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,830 miles
    Test number
    207979040262
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive SLIGHT LEAK FROM THE GEARBOX (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail75,820 miles (+3,667)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,820 miles
    Test number
    743399119428
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

  6. Pass72,153 miles (+2,638)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    72,153 miles
    Test number
    343272366235
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass69,515 miles (+2,379)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    69,515 miles
    Test number
    321139675704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass67,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    67,136 miles
    Test number
    784255441543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail67,136 miles (+3,663)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,136 miles
    Test number
    142771173803
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass63,473 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    63,473 miles
    Test number
    860625800573
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail63,471 miles (+3,579)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,471 miles
    Test number
    653085002490
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass59,892 miles (+3,752)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    59,892 miles
    Test number
    255480409162
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass56,140 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    56,140 miles
    Test number
    439453805162
    • AdvisoryExhaust Flexi Deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFront Discs Corroded Outer Surface
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre Perishing Inner Side Wall

  14. Fail56,140 miles (+3,401)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,140 miles
    Test number
    384891991451
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust Flexi Deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFront Discs Corroded Outer Surface
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre Perishing Inner Side Wall

  15. Pass52,739 miles (+134)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    52,739 miles
    Test number
    867965457629
    • AdvisoryNoise coming from nearside front top mount on full lock

  16. Fail52,605 miles (+7,031)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,605 miles
    Test number
    285279909579
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryNoise coming from nearside front top mount on full lock

  17. Pass45,574 miles (+11,740)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    45,574 miles
    Test number
    446916075075
    • NoteNearside top mount bearing tight
    • NoteOnly one of two sidelights working on offside rear

  18. Pass33,834 miles (+3,096)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    33,834 miles
    Test number
    666706174090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,738 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    30,738 miles
    Test number
    518350153104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail30,728 miles (+2,696)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,728 miles
    Test number
    475938743147
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass28,032 miles (+2,353)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    28,032 miles
    Test number
    575814462167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCracks inbetween treads of both front tyres

  22. Pass25,679 miles (+3,777)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    25,679 miles
    Test number
    849841871198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,902 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    21,902 miles
    Test number
    803616570187
    • NoteTyresoffside rear tyre cracking on sidewall

  24. Fail21,902 miles (+4,800)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,902 miles
    Test number
    271075970433
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteTyresoffside rear tyre cracking on sidewall

  25. Pass17,102 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    17,102 miles
    Test number
    551241469113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S88 BGR

Does S88 BGR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S88 BGR is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S88 BGR?
The MOT on S88 BGR is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S88 BGR done?
S88 BGR was recorded at 79,177 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 3,707 miles a year.
Has S88 BGR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S88 BGR has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on S88 BGR 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 S88 BGR find?
S88 BGR passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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