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Saab 9-3

Yellow · Petrol · 2005 · 1,998 cc

S90 SSWMOT history

S90 SSW is a yellow petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 22 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 83,645 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

S90 SSW yellow 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 28 May 2027
Mileage
83,645 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,943 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S90 SSW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S90 SSW was last recorded at 83,645 miles on 29 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,645 miles · 28 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,943 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,645 miles
  • 2025 – 81,542 miles
  • 2024 – 78,524 miles
  • 2022 – 76,836 miles
  • 2021 – 76,829 miles
  • 2019 – 75,376 miles
  • 2018 – 74,563 miles
  • 2017 – 72,469 miles
  • 2016 – 70,974 miles
  • 2015 – 69,637 miles
  • 2014 – 66,345 miles
  • 2013 – 60,372 miles
  • 2012 – 51,748 miles
  • 2011 – 45,234 miles
  • 2010 – 40,900 miles
  • 2009 – 36,076 miles
  • 2008 – 30,108 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,645 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s/r and o/s/r (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 19 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,645 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    83,645 miles
    Test number
    876308946188
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s/r and o/s/r (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail83,645 miles (+2,103)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,645 miles
    Test number
    340642247828
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever excessively worn (1.1.15 (b))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorService brake excessively binding both front (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s/r and o/s/r (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass81,542 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    81,542 miles
    Test number
    583782607262
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail81,542 miles (+3,018)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,542 miles
    Test number
    821486521829
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass78,524 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    78,524 miles
    Test number
    755348413176
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail78,523 miles (+1,687)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,523 miles
    Test number
    383915041750
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass76,836 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    76,836 miles
    Test number
    222916959555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass76,829 miles (+1,453)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    76,829 miles
    Test number
    283101549669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,376 miles (+813)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    75,376 miles
    Test number
    428507097565
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass74,563 miles (+2,094)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    74,563 miles
    Test number
    563633121008
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass72,469 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    72,469 miles
    Test number
    739711476106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail72,459 miles (+1,485)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,459 miles
    Test number
    350335560192
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  13. Pass70,974 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    70,974 miles
    Test number
    605981942268
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail70,974 miles (+1,337)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,974 miles
    Test number
    401426512799
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking hose to caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 38% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass69,637 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    69,637 miles
    Test number
    116225115213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteLight underbody corrosion

  16. Fail69,637 miles (+3,292)2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,637 miles
    Test number
    199175815233
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteLight underbody corrosion

  17. Pass66,345 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    66,345 miles
    Test number
    388036914260
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail66,345 miles (+5,973)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,345 miles
    Test number
    766296214276
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f under tray/cover loose in front of wheel

  19. Pass60,372 miles (+8,624)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    60,372 miles
    Test number
    996962733246
    • NoteTemporary repair to offside door mirror

  20. Pass51,748 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    51,748 miles
    Test number
    685371382195
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail51,748 miles (+6,514)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,748 miles
    Test number
    698631282106
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass45,234 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    45,234 miles
    Test number
    516788281046
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail45,234 miles (+4,334)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,234 miles
    Test number
    456097081040
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass40,900 miles (+4,824)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    40,900 miles
    Test number
    134282480497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,076 miles (+5,968)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    36,076 miles
    Test number
    252148479048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass30,108 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    30,108 miles
    Test number
    102659078091
    • NoteFront and rear disc pads look low

Questions about S90 SSW

Does S90 SSW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S90 SSW is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S90 SSW?
The MOT on S90 SSW is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S90 SSW done?
S90 SSW was recorded at 83,645 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 2,943 miles a year.
Has S90 SSW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S90 SSW has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S90 SSW 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 SSW find?
S90 SSW passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 2 advisories: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s/r and o/s/r.

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