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Saab 9-3

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,171 cc

T122 RCGMOT history

T122 RCG is a silver diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 11 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 201,866 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Oct 2023
Mileage
201,866 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,740 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T122 RCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T122 RCG was last recorded at 201,866 miles on 4 Oct 2022, 5,412 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,454 miles · 8 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
5,412 miles
Average per year
6,740 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 201,866 miles
  • 2021 – 196,454 miles
  • 2020 – 192,202 miles
  • 2019 – 181,144 miles
  • 2018 – 175,176 miles
  • 2017 – 167,540 miles
  • 2016 – 160,795 miles
  • 2015 – 154,135 miles
  • 2014 – 145,165 miles
  • 2013 – 138,863 miles
  • 2012 – 133,495 miles
  • 2011 – 125,000 miles
  • 2010 – 119,501 miles
  • 2009 – 111,552 miles
  • 2008 – 103,543 miles
  • 2007 – 97,601 miles
  • 2006 – 90,300 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,866 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,866 miles (+5,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    201,866 miles
    Test number
    146218919481
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass196,454 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    196,454 miles
    Test number
    376119290714
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail196,454 miles (+4,252)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,454 miles
    Test number
    864693784056
    • Repaired at testBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass192,202 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    192,202 miles
    Test number
    785547413783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail192,195 miles (+11,051)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,195 miles
    Test number
    782536825446
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass181,144 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    181,144 miles
    Test number
    811277414690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail181,144 miles (+5,968)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,144 miles
    Test number
    565075553836
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass175,176 miles (+7,636)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    175,176 miles
    Test number
    390252094172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass167,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    167,540 miles
    Test number
    499949693334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail167,540 miles (+6,745)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,540 miles
    Test number
    497239610676
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  11. Pass160,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    160,795 miles
    Test number
    625109852514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail160,795 miles (+6,660)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,795 miles
    Test number
    925394647580
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Fail154,135 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,135 miles
    Test number
    859676805178
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)

  14. Pass154,135 miles (+8,970)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    154,135 miles
    Test number
    995576505191
    • 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)

  15. Fail145,165 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,165 miles
    Test number
    367624614120
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass145,165 miles (+6,302)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    145,165 miles
    Test number
    635044014135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass138,863 miles (+5,368)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    138,863 miles
    Test number
    555475613175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass133,495 miles (+8,495)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    133,495 miles
    Test number
    598671512127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)

  19. Pass125,000 miles (+5,499)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    125,000 miles
    Test number
    759554901153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass119,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    119,501 miles
    Test number
    221426710155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail119,501 miles (+7,949)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,501 miles
    Test number
    302603610155
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

  22. Pass111,552 miles (+20)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    111,552 miles
    Test number
    572981379049
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Fail111,532 miles (+7,989)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,532 miles
    Test number
    793339069018
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is fractured (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.2.C.1h)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass103,543 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    103,543 miles
    Test number
    251407358009
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnable to check door sills correctly due to plastic sill covers fitted

  25. Fail103,543 miles (+5,942)1 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,543 miles
    Test number
    864577158043
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnable to check door sills correctly due to plastic sill covers fitted

  26. Pass97,601 miles (+7,301)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    97,601 miles
    Test number
    180965667046
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear brake hose ferruls starting to corrode

  27. Fail90,300 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,300 miles
    Test number
    104015876442
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass90,300 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    90,300 miles
    Test number
    464955976003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Questions about T122 RCG

Does T122 RCG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T122 RCG expired on 7 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T122 RCG?
The MOT on T122 RCG expired on 7 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T122 RCG done?
T122 RCG was recorded at 201,866 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2022, an average of 6,740 miles a year.
Has T122 RCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T122 RCG has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T122 RCG 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 T122 RCG find?
T122 RCG passed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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