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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T142 JBLMOT history

T142 JBL is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Apr 2024 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 160,732 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Apr 2024
Mileage
160,732 mi
At MOT on 19 Apr 2023
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,377 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T142 JBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T142 JBL was last recorded at 160,732 miles on 19 Apr 2023, 6,659 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2014.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,073 miles · 2 Jul 2014
Between the last two tests
6,659 miles
Average per year
5,377 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 160,732 miles
  • 2014 – 154,073 miles
  • 2013 – 144,447 miles
  • 2012 – 135,265 miles
  • 2011 – 123,825 miles
  • 2010 – 114,007 miles
  • 2009 – 103,859 miles
  • 2008 – 92,736 miles
  • 2007 – 82,548 miles
  • 2006 – 70,747 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,732 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass160,732 miles (+6,659)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    160,732 miles
    Test number
    730648493604
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass154,073 miles (+9,626)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    154,073 miles
    Test number
    197463584113
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteSlight oil leak from steering rack.
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  3. Pass144,447 miles (+9,182)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    144,447 miles
    Test number
    666962983119
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  4. Pass135,265 miles (+11,440)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    135,265 miles
    Test number
    408367972121
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres pearishing
    • NoteFront wiper blades niosey

  5. Pass123,825 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    123,825 miles
    Test number
    735521681125
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  6. Fail123,825 miles (+9,818)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,825 miles
    Test number
    636459371109
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  7. Fail114,007 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,007 miles
    Test number
    380826270163
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  8. Pass114,007 miles (+10,148)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    114,007 miles
    Test number
    751646470130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass103,859 miles (+11,123)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    103,859 miles
    Test number
    221091499498
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  10. Pass92,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    92,736 miles
    Test number
    671131708228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail92,736 miles (+10,188)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,736 miles
    Test number
    111510708271
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

  12. Pass82,548 miles (+11,801)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    82,548 miles
    Test number
    402631507237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    70,747 miles
    Test number
    561616606294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T142 JBL

Does T142 JBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T142 JBL expired on 18 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T142 JBL?
The MOT on T142 JBL expired on 18 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T142 JBL done?
T142 JBL was recorded at 160,732 miles at its MOT on 19 Apr 2023, an average of 5,377 miles a year.
Has T142 JBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T142 JBL has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2011.
Has the mileage on T142 JBL 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 T142 JBL find?
T142 JBL passed its latest MOT on 19 Apr 2023 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 3 more.

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