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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,998 cc

S90 DROMOT history

S90 DRO is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 133,242 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

S90 DRO silver Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Saab 9-3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
133,242 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,207 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S90 DRO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S90 DRO was last recorded at 133,242 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 10,928 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,314 miles · 1 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
10,928 miles
Average per year
5,207 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,242 miles
  • 2025 – 122,314 miles
  • 2024 – 111,886 miles
  • 2023 – 102,395 miles
  • 2022 – 93,837 miles
  • 2021 – 84,279 miles
  • 2019 – 80,576 miles
  • 2018 – 78,096 miles
  • 2017 – 73,546 miles
  • 2016 – 67,734 miles
  • 2015 – 62,482 miles
  • 2014 – 59,798 miles
  • 2013 – 58,209 miles
  • 2012 – 56,900 miles
  • 2011 – 54,998 miles
  • 2010 – 51,420 miles
  • 2009 – 45,509 miles
  • 2008 – 38,248 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,242 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective glass misting (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective glass misting (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded 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 Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust centre box corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,242 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    133,242 miles
    Test number
    637027105298
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective glass misting (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective glass misting (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail133,240 miles (+10,926)1 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,240 miles
    Test number
    258231865240
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective glass misting (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective glass misting (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass122,314 miles (+10,428)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    122,314 miles
    Test number
    759378380659
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass111,886 miles (+9,491)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    111,886 miles
    Test number
    222456417511
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAdvise both headlamp patterns weak

  5. Pass102,395 miles (+8,558)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    102,395 miles
    Test number
    946409456292
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass93,837 miles (+9,558)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    93,837 miles
    Test number
    597830104216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass84,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    84,279 miles
    Test number
    197963579457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail84,279 miles (+166)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,279 miles
    Test number
    260615542173
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn banana arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn banana arm bush outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail84,113 miles (+3,537)1 dangerous1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,113 miles
    Test number
    144086312320
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Brake/ Disc has become hot. Brake friction pad has detatched from brake Metal. (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective NS + OS Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber outer casing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass80,576 miles (+9)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    80,576 miles
    Test number
    479738776651
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail80,567 miles (+2,471)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,567 miles
    Test number
    978478854697
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass78,096 miles (+95)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    78,096 miles
    Test number
    174384075072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Fail78,001 miles (+4,455)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,001 miles
    Test number
    715238471112
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass73,546 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    73,546 miles
    Test number
    998860570303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail73,530 miles (+5,796)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,530 miles
    Test number
    373580989020
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

  16. Pass67,734 miles (+5,252)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    67,734 miles
    Test number
    170512528629
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass62,482 miles (+2,684)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    62,482 miles
    Test number
    895638625194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre showing signs of perishing

  18. Pass59,798 miles (+1,589)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    59,798 miles
    Test number
    898759524119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,209 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    58,209 miles
    Test number
    399012623100
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail58,207 miles (+1,307)7 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,207 miles
    Test number
    787786113167
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureFront Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass56,900 miles (+1,902)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    56,900 miles
    Test number
    918837312196
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre uneven wear on inner edge .

  22. Pass54,998 miles (+3,578)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    54,998 miles
    Test number
    155816311175
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass51,420 miles (+5,911)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    51,420 miles
    Test number
    452097710182
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass45,509 miles (+7,261)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    45,509 miles
    Test number
    113303199437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    38,248 miles
    Test number
    144834798019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S90 DRO

Does S90 DRO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S90 DRO is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S90 DRO?
The MOT on S90 DRO is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S90 DRO done?
S90 DRO was recorded at 133,242 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 5,207 miles a year.
Has S90 DRO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S90 DRO has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S90 DRO 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 S90 DRO find?
S90 DRO passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective glass misting; nearside rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; offside headlamp lens slightly defective glass misting, and 4 more.

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