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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T147 JBLMOT history

T147 JBL is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 10 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 121,615 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
121,615 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,666 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T147 JBL
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
10 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T147 JBL was last recorded at 121,615 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 5,823 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,792 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,823 miles
Average per year
3,666 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,615 miles
  • 2025 – 115,792 miles
  • 2024 – 109,193 miles
  • 2023 – 106,184 miles
  • 2022 – 100,495 miles
  • 2021 – 92,344 miles
  • 2020 – 87,406 miles
  • 2019 – 83,585 miles
  • 2018 – 83,529 miles
  • 2017 – 83,492 miles
  • 2016 – 82,643 miles
  • 2015 – 81,267 miles
  • 2013 – 77,605 miles
  • 2012 – 75,343 miles
  • 2011 – 73,295 miles
  • 2010 – 70,631 miles
  • 2009 – 68,244 miles
  • 2008 – 63,894 miles
  • 2007 – 56,006 miles
  • 2006 – 47,064 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,615 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,615 miles (+5,823)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    121,615 miles
    Test number
    927148649864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass115,792 miles (+6,599)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    115,792 miles
    Test number
    711842102666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass109,193 miles (+3,009)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    109,193 miles
    Test number
    555525043123
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass106,184 miles (+5,689)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    106,184 miles
    Test number
    886640786980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass100,495 miles (+8,151)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    100,495 miles
    Test number
    518887334179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass92,344 miles (+4,938)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    92,344 miles
    Test number
    480939265091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass87,406 miles (+3,821)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    87,406 miles
    Test number
    667550293908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,585 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    83,585 miles
    Test number
    199879815337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail83,583 miles (+54)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,583 miles
    Test number
    332801000171
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel rubbing on full lock

  10. Pass83,529 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    83,529 miles
    Test number
    232425323794
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail83,527 miles (+35)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,527 miles
    Test number
    968190355024
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass83,492 miles (+849)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    83,492 miles
    Test number
    194166611449
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper not secure
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass82,643 miles (+1,376)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    82,643 miles
    Test number
    978745944687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass81,267 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    81,267 miles
    Test number
    548771065067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail81,267 miles (+3,662)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,267 miles
    Test number
    689721765045
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass77,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    77,605 miles
    Test number
    265923833201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail77,605 miles (+2,262)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,605 miles
    Test number
    858772333208
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass75,343 miles (+2,048)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    75,343 miles
    Test number
    529838822230
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass73,295 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    73,295 miles
    Test number
    379865331289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail73,295 miles (+2,664)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,295 miles
    Test number
    158815031282
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

  21. Pass70,631 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    70,631 miles
    Test number
    424886130246
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  22. Fail70,631 miles (+2,387)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,631 miles
    Test number
    731985930294
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  23. Pass68,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    68,244 miles
    Test number
    922457029226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail68,244 miles (+4,350)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,244 miles
    Test number
    294096129217
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  25. Pass63,894 miles (+7,888)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    63,894 miles
    Test number
    551109608188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass56,006 miles (+8,942)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    56,006 miles
    Test number
    440250497027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass47,064 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    47,064 miles
    Test number
    634400806173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T147 JBL

Does T147 JBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T147 JBL is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T147 JBL?
The MOT on T147 JBL is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T147 JBL done?
T147 JBL was recorded at 121,615 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 3,666 miles a year.
Has T147 JBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T147 JBL has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on T147 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 T147 JBL find?
T147 JBL passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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