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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,985 cc

SCF 748MOT history

SCF 748 is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 17 Jul 2002. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 89,214 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
89,214 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,194 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SCF 748
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
17 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SCF 748 was last recorded at 89,214 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 1,340 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
87,874 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,340 miles
Average per year
3,194 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,214 miles
  • 2025 – 87,874 miles
  • 2024 – 85,646 miles
  • 2023 – 83,440 miles
  • 2022 – 82,025 miles
  • 2021 – 81,163 miles
  • 2020 – 80,119 miles
  • 2019 – 77,401 miles
  • 2018 – 73,608 miles
  • 2017 – 71,004 miles
  • 2016 – 68,104 miles
  • 2015 – 64,490 miles
  • 2014 – 61,379 miles
  • 2013 – 58,013 miles
  • 2012 – 54,812 miles
  • 2011 – 50,996 miles
  • 2010 – 47,364 miles
  • 2009 – 43,239 miles
  • 2008 – 36,859 miles
  • 2007 – 30,901 miles
  • 2006 – 25,864 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,214 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass89,214 miles (+1,340)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    89,214 miles
    Test number
    741690896473
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass87,874 miles (+2,228)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    87,874 miles
    Test number
    571827262606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass85,646 miles (+2,206)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    85,646 miles
    Test number
    242164245497
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive dampness around abs pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective rubber perished (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass83,440 miles (+1,415)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    83,440 miles
    Test number
    551549388826
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Track Control (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  5. Pass82,025 miles (+862)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    82,025 miles
    Test number
    519353812030
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass81,163 miles (+1,044)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    81,163 miles
    Test number
    551113529752
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drive shaft boot secured but leaking grease

  7. Pass80,119 miles (+2,718)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    80,119 miles
    Test number
    209954397703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass77,401 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    77,401 miles
    Test number
    563823907490
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail77,400 miles (+3,792)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,400 miles
    Test number
    159818040376
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass73,608 miles (+2,604)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    73,608 miles
    Test number
    872277483165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edge

  11. Pass71,004 miles (+2,900)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    71,004 miles
    Test number
    182144102960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass68,104 miles (+3,614)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    68,104 miles
    Test number
    720078106674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,490 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    64,490 miles
    Test number
    245445755487
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arms, rubber bushes slightly deteriorated and have slight movement

  14. Fail64,490 miles (+3,111)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,490 miles
    Test number
    767195255175
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arms, rubber bushes slightly deteriorated and have slight movement

  15. Pass61,379 miles (+3,366)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    61,379 miles
    Test number
    308165954179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,013 miles (+3,201)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    58,013 miles
    Test number
    379571563130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,812 miles (+3,816)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    54,812 miles
    Test number
    256329452475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOuter sill covers fitted

  18. Pass50,996 miles (+3,632)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    50,996 miles
    Test number
    256462961458
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  19. Pass47,364 miles (+4,125)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    47,364 miles
    Test number
    923393350151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,239 miles (+6,380)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    43,239 miles
    Test number
    240211669427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,859 miles (+5,958)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    36,859 miles
    Test number
    562983868188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,901 miles (+5,037)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    30,901 miles
    Test number
    373761047167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,864 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    25,864 miles
    Test number
    851225946150
    • NoteFront brake discs are moderately worn

Questions about SCF 748

What vehicle is registration SCF 748 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SCF 748 on a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 17 Jul 2002. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does SCF 748 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SCF 748 is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on SCF 748?
The MOT on SCF 748 is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SCF 748 done?
SCF 748 was recorded at 89,214 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 3,194 miles a year.
Has SCF 748 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SCF 748 has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2019.
Has the mileage on SCF 748 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 SCF 748 find?
SCF 748 passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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