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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T127 ALOMOT history

T127 ALO is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 18 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 98,912 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2023
Mileage
98,912 mi
At MOT on 1 Feb 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,205 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T127 ALO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T127 ALO was last recorded at 98,912 miles on 1 Feb 2022, 19,514 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,398 miles · 24 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
19,514 miles
Average per year
4,205 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 98,912 miles
  • 2021 – 79,398 miles
  • 2020 – 79,316 miles
  • 2019 – 78,888 miles
  • 2018 – 78,618 miles
  • 2017 – 77,224 miles
  • 2016 – 72,657 miles
  • 2015 – 65,278 miles
  • 2014 – 59,718 miles
  • 2013 – 56,773 miles
  • 2012 – 53,588 miles
  • 2011 – 49,659 miles
  • 2010 – 47,043 miles
  • 2009 – 44,677 miles
  • 2008 – 42,427 miles
  • 2007 – 38,110 miles
  • 2006 – 32,819 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,912 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,912 miles (+19,514)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    98,912 miles
    Test number
    409732194656
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail79,398 miles (+82)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,398 miles
    Test number
    235892195417
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass79,316 miles (+428)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    79,316 miles
    Test number
    238418597029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass78,888 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    78,888 miles
    Test number
    911710007026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail78,883 miles (+265)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,883 miles
    Test number
    562383202168
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass78,618 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    78,618 miles
    Test number
    239911890815
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  7. Fail78,617 miles (+1,393)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,617 miles
    Test number
    920329004485
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  8. Pass77,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    77,224 miles
    Test number
    649065715528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail77,224 miles (+4,567)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,224 miles
    Test number
    478556029950
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  10. Pass72,657 miles (+7,379)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    72,657 miles
    Test number
    764986109295
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass65,278 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    65,278 miles
    Test number
    219610055409
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail65,271 miles (+5,553)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,271 miles
    Test number
    978107445179
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass59,718 miles (+2,945)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    59,718 miles
    Test number
    716875034197
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass56,773 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    56,773 miles
    Test number
    508141043118
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Fail56,773 miles (+3,185)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,773 miles
    Test number
    956691243197
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Fail53,588 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,588 miles
    Test number
    727433842125
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre starting to perish

  17. Pass53,588 miles (+3,929)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    53,588 miles
    Test number
    738633142111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre starting to perish

  18. Fail49,659 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,659 miles
    Test number
    239356841126
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

  19. Pass49,659 miles (+2,616)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    49,659 miles
    Test number
    775496541127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,043 miles (+2,366)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2011
    Odometer
    47,043 miles
    Test number
    130826520186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,677 miles (+2,250)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    44,677 miles
    Test number
    772693339139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,427 miles (+4,317)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    42,427 miles
    Test number
    262010958472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,110 miles (+5,291)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    38,110 miles
    Test number
    254671357408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    32,819 miles
    Test number
    823535936112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T127 ALO

Does T127 ALO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T127 ALO expired on 31 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T127 ALO?
The MOT on T127 ALO expired on 31 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T127 ALO done?
T127 ALO was recorded at 98,912 miles at its MOT on 1 Feb 2022, an average of 4,205 miles a year.
Has T127 ALO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T127 ALO has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on T127 ALO 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 T127 ALO find?
T127 ALO passed its latest MOT on 1 Feb 2022 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil leak, but not excessive.

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