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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,985 cc

S96 KTFMOT history

S96 KTF is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 12 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 8 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 93,732 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 May 2027
Mileage
93,732 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,475 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S96 KTF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
12 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S96 KTF was last recorded at 93,732 miles on 6 May 2026, 5,197 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,535 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,197 miles
Average per year
1,475 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,732 miles
  • 2025 – 88,535 miles
  • 2024 – 88,409 miles
  • 2023 – 87,399 miles
  • 2022 – 85,413 miles
  • 2021 – 84,129 miles
  • 2020 – 82,900 miles
  • 2019 – 82,120 miles
  • 2018 – 81,479 miles
  • 2017 – 78,510 miles
  • 2016 – 77,844 miles
  • 2015 – 77,274 miles
  • 2014 – 76,062 miles
  • 2013 – 75,505 miles
  • 2012 – 74,735 miles
  • 2011 – 73,848 miles
  • 2010 – 72,904 miles
  • 2009 – 72,110 miles
  • 2008 – 71,063 miles
  • 2007 – 69,239 miles
  • 2006 – 64,289 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,732 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,732 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2027
    Odometer
    93,732 miles
    Test number
    467648304680
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail93,732 miles (+5,197)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,732 miles
    Test number
    348133976444
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass88,535 miles (+126)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    88,535 miles
    Test number
    254469448275
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe, exhaust system corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  4. Pass88,409 miles (+1,010)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    88,409 miles
    Test number
    972155468674
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  5. Pass87,399 miles (+1,986)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    87,399 miles
    Test number
    984027130473
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wearing out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wearing out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  6. Pass85,413 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    85,413 miles
    Test number
    346737211666
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing flat spots on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing flat spots on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail85,413 miles (+1,284)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,413 miles
    Test number
    838018182933
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing flat spots on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing flat spots on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass84,129 miles (+1,229)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    84,129 miles
    Test number
    322418655127
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge esge worn unevenly and out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryMiddle and rear silencer boxes corroded
  9. Pass82,900 miles (+780)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    82,900 miles
    Test number
    109303471554
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (system deteriorated) (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres unevenly worn (inner edges)
  10. Pass82,120 miles (+641)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    82,120 miles
    Test number
    496145672198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,479 miles (+2,969)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    81,479 miles
    Test number
    926043446330
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Pass78,510 miles (+666)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    78,510 miles
    Test number
    464082047753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,844 miles (+570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    77,844 miles
    Test number
    976146927128
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  14. Pass77,274 miles (+1,212)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    77,274 miles
    Test number
    956080715254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,062 miles (+557)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    76,062 miles
    Test number
    105532194190
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteFront wiper blades split, Spare tyre flat.
  16. Pass75,505 miles (+770)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    75,505 miles
    Test number
    367036483174
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteExhaust systen corroded.
  17. Pass74,735 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    74,735 miles
    Test number
    235174912260
    • NoteN/s/r tyre deteriorating.
  18. Fail74,735 miles (+887)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,735 miles
    Test number
    349264012485
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre deteriorating.
  19. Pass73,848 miles (+944)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    73,848 miles
    Test number
    916022571191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass72,904 miles (+794)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    72,904 miles
    Test number
    102652770147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass72,110 miles (+1,047)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    72,110 miles
    Test number
    940283179139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  22. Fail71,063 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,063 miles
    Test number
    141560898101
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
  23. Pass71,063 miles (+1,824)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    71,063 miles
    Test number
    751550798151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass69,239 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    69,239 miles
    Test number
    380611547160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail69,226 miles (+4,937)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,226 miles
    Test number
    791578737129
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight imbalance on front brakes
  26. Pass64,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    64,289 miles
    Test number
    150599136186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S96 KTF

Does S96 KTF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S96 KTF is valid until 8 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S96 KTF?
The MOT on S96 KTF is valid until 8 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S96 KTF done?
S96 KTF was recorded at 93,732 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 1,475 miles a year.
Has S96 KTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S96 KTF has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S96 KTF 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 S96 KTF find?
S96 KTF passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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