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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T142 REUMOT history

T142 REU is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 23 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 131,101 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
131,101 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,689 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T142 REU
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
23 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T142 REU was last recorded at 131,101 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 4,784 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
126,317 miles · 16 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,784 miles
Average per year
5,689 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 131,101 miles
  • 2024 – 126,317 miles
  • 2023 – 122,667 miles
  • 2022 – 119,623 miles
  • 2021 – 111,867 miles
  • 2020 – 107,042 miles
  • 2019 – 103,073 miles
  • 2018 – 99,419 miles
  • 2017 – 93,582 miles
  • 2016 – 82,170 miles
  • 2015 – 71,912 miles
  • 2014 – 58,976 miles
  • 2013 – 51,662 miles
  • 2012 – 46,084 miles
  • 2011 – 40,297 miles
  • 2010 – 35,316 miles
  • 2009 – 27,848 miles
  • 2008 – 24,034 miles
  • 2007 – 22,426 miles
  • 2006 – 20,084 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,101 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear axle bushes (5.3.4 (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 axle beam bushes deterioated.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Reverse lights in op.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,101 miles (+4,784)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    131,101 miles
    Test number
    367648288655
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass126,317 miles (+3,650)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    126,317 miles
    Test number
    410440954599
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam bushes are deterioated.

  3. Pass122,667 miles (+3,044)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    122,667 miles
    Test number
    362933481100
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged Casing slightly damaged. (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam bushes are slightly deterioated

  4. Pass119,623 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    119,623 miles
    Test number
    900150386628
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam bushes deterioated.
    • AdvisoryReverse lights in op.

  5. Fail119,623 miles (+3,734)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,623 miles
    Test number
    754905513085
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam bushes deterioated.
    • AdvisoryReverse lights in op.

  6. Pass115,889 miles (+4,022)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    115,889 miles
    Test number
    802508951693
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam bushes deterioated.
    • AdvisoryReverse lights in op.

  7. Pass111,867 miles (+4,825)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    111,867 miles
    Test number
    448849216882
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front shock casings corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam bushes deterioated.
    • AdvisoryReverse lights in op
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from transmission.

  8. Pass107,042 miles (+3,969)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    107,042 miles
    Test number
    958520603857
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock's rusty / corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive grear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint on rear exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRevers lights not working.

  9. Pass103,073 miles (+3,654)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    103,073 miles
    Test number
    613363070979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass99,419 miles (+5,837)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    99,419 miles
    Test number
    101623780938
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass93,582 miles (+11,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    93,582 miles
    Test number
    160425686945
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass82,170 miles (+10,258)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    82,170 miles
    Test number
    773829988456
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass71,912 miles (+12,936)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    71,912 miles
    Test number
    948804405161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,976 miles (+7,314)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    58,976 miles
    Test number
    869629494096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,662 miles (+5,578)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    51,662 miles
    Test number
    166445603111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,084 miles (+5,787)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    46,084 miles
    Test number
    417319982068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,297 miles (+4,981)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    40,297 miles
    Test number
    256368181088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,316 miles (+7,468)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    35,316 miles
    Test number
    233479400170
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass27,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    27,848 miles
    Test number
    461843199027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail27,848 miles (+3,814)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,848 miles
    Test number
    763243099047
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass24,034 miles (+1,608)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    24,034 miles
    Test number
    810371708177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,426 miles (+2,342)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    22,426 miles
    Test number
    271719107409
    • NoteFront No plate cracked

  23. Pass20,084 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    20,084 miles
    Test number
    694960716196
    • 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)

Questions about T142 REU

Does T142 REU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T142 REU is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T142 REU?
The MOT on T142 REU is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T142 REU done?
T142 REU was recorded at 131,101 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 5,689 miles a year.
Has T142 REU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T142 REU has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T142 REU 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 REU find?
T142 REU passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear axle bushes.

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