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Saab 95

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T159 BVAMOT history

T159 BVA is a blue petrol Saab 95 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 136,333 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jun 2027
Mileage
136,333 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,399 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T159 BVA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
95
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T159 BVA was last recorded at 136,333 miles on 29 May 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,324 miles · 20 May 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
3,399 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,333 miles
  • 2025 – 135,915 miles
  • 2024 – 135,208 miles
  • 2023 – 134,463 miles
  • 2022 – 133,247 miles
  • 2021 – 131,859 miles
  • 2020 – 130,325 miles
  • 2019 – 127,835 miles
  • 2018 – 124,890 miles
  • 2017 – 122,142 miles
  • 2016 – 119,327 miles
  • 2015 – 116,680 miles
  • 2014 – 113,332 miles
  • 2013 – 110,000 miles
  • 2012 – 106,321 miles
  • 2011 – 103,217 miles
  • 2010 – 99,859 miles
  • 2009 – 92,797 miles
  • 2008 – 86,241 miles
  • 2007 – 77,370 miles
  • 2006 – 68,313 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,333 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to the undersideRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Central Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass136,333 miles (+9)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    136,333 miles
    Test number
    499506055300
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to the underside

  2. Fail136,324 miles (+409)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,324 miles
    Test number
    360920535823
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to the underside

  3. Pass135,915 miles (+707)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    135,915 miles
    Test number
    891734202718
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule STRONG ADVISORY..front and rear hoses FERRULES are corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded BOTH REAR SPRINGS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes have corrosion at the rear. (general) (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass135,208 miles (+745)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2025
    Odometer
    135,208 miles
    Test number
    588193885252
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all front and rear corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass134,463 miles (+1,216)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    134,463 miles
    Test number
    567847010219
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass133,247 miles (+1,388)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    133,247 miles
    Test number
    216004346330
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass131,859 miles (+2)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    131,859 miles
    Test number
    870128192147
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail131,857 miles (+1,532)3 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,857 miles
    Test number
    382358741612
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  9. Pass130,325 miles (+26)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    130,325 miles
    Test number
    842209458574
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail130,299 miles (+2,464)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,299 miles
    Test number
    907005706156
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Vehicle Identification Number not legible (0.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass127,835 miles (+2,945)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    127,835 miles
    Test number
    212328859875
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass124,890 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    124,890 miles
    Test number
    369534963321
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail124,890 miles (+2,748)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,890 miles
    Test number
    832796865154
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass122,142 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    122,142 miles
    Test number
    893713818468
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil very weak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil very weak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox and engine

  15. Fail122,142 miles (+2,815)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,142 miles
    Test number
    744194037935
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil very weak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil very weak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil very weak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox and engine
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox and engine

  16. Pass119,327 miles (+2,647)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    119,327 miles
    Test number
    874668319132
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers weak

  17. Pass116,680 miles (+3,348)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    116,680 miles
    Test number
    295393955411
    • 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)
    • NoteRear shock absorbers weak

  18. Pass113,332 miles (+204)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    113,332 miles
    Test number
    726954854150
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s/r shock absorber weak

  19. Fail113,128 miles (+3,128)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,128 miles
    Test number
    225561644476
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s/r shock absorber weak

  20. Pass110,000 miles (+3,679)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    110,000 miles
    Test number
    769144333141
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre rear seat belt jammed
    • NoteOffside rear shockabsorber soft low resistance
    • NoteRear washers no water

  21. Pass106,321 miles (+3,104)1 dangerous1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    106,321 miles
    Test number
    358288032182
    • DangerousOil leak
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre rear seat belt locked unable to be used
    • NoteEngine oil leak over hot cat exhasust pipe DANGER OF FIRE
    • NoteRear washers no water

  22. Pass103,217 miles (+3,358)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    103,217 miles
    Test number
    156541331175
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCentre rear seat belt jammed
    • NoteRear washers no water

  23. Pass99,859 miles (+7,062)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    99,859 miles
    Test number
    294945450422
    • NoteN/S/R TYRE WORN ON EDGE

  24. Pass92,797 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    92,797 miles
    Test number
    434703139118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail92,797 miles (+6,556)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,797 miles
    Test number
    261252939403
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass86,241 miles (+8,871)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    86,241 miles
    Test number
    584609348199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass77,370 miles (+9,057)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    77,370 miles
    Test number
    933889147178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass68,313 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    68,313 miles
    Test number
    432384846138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T159 BVA

Does T159 BVA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T159 BVA is valid until 5 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T159 BVA?
The MOT on T159 BVA is valid until 5 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T159 BVA done?
T159 BVA was recorded at 136,333 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 3,399 miles a year.
Has T159 BVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T159 BVA has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T159 BVA 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 T159 BVA find?
T159 BVA passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 7 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security, and 4 more.

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