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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T161 HGTMOT history

T161 HGT is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Jun 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 84,157 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jun 2024
Mileage
84,157 mi
At MOT on 20 Jun 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,178 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T161 HGT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T161 HGT was last recorded at 84,157 miles on 20 Jun 2023, 512 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,645 miles · 26 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
512 miles
Average per year
2,178 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 84,157 miles
  • 2022 – 83,645 miles
  • 2021 – 80,828 miles
  • 2020 – 79,509 miles
  • 2019 – 78,693 miles
  • 2018 – 76,774 miles
  • 2017 – 75,212 miles
  • 2015 – 73,429 miles
  • 2014 – 71,372 miles
  • 2013 – 66,503 miles
  • 2011 – 60,298 miles
  • 2010 – 56,525 miles
  • 2009 – 54,415 miles
  • 2008 – 50,962 miles
  • 2007 – 49,533 miles
  • 2006 – 47,914 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,157 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.

  • Unable to check outer sills fully due to covers

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,157 miles (+512)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    84,157 miles
    Test number
    239348560521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass83,645 miles (+2,817)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    83,645 miles
    Test number
    203594867192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass80,828 miles (+1,319)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    80,828 miles
    Test number
    826033179959
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wish bone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass79,509 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    79,509 miles
    Test number
    866903680378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail79,502 miles (+809)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,502 miles
    Test number
    585176205331
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2154517 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass78,693 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    78,693 miles
    Test number
    856030251563
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check outer sills fully due to covers

  7. Fail78,690 miles (+1,916)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,690 miles
    Test number
    104120757614
    • MajorFuel pipe insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check outer sills fully due to covers

  8. Pass76,774 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    76,774 miles
    Test number
    449675020272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check outer sills fully due to covers

  9. Fail76,774 miles (+1,562)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,774 miles
    Test number
    249757778558
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check outer sills fully due to covers

  10. Pass75,212 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    75,212 miles
    Test number
    374101041564
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre walls pinched slightly
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush centre bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/S washer slightly blocked but providing enough fluid
    • AdvisoryProtective coating applied to all brake hoses
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  11. Fail75,212 miles (+1,783)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,212 miles
    Test number
    582038159045
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings in wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush centre bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre walls pinched slightly
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush centre bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/S washer slightly blocked but providing enough fluid
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  12. Pass73,429 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    73,429 miles
    Test number
    802539520899
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has chunk missing from outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has small crack not in drivers view

  13. Fail73,429 miles (+2,057)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,429 miles
    Test number
    187830210143
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has chunk missing from outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has small crack not in drivers view

  14. Fail71,372 miles1 dangerous2 repaired6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,372 miles
    Test number
    405749324392
    • DangerousThe inner and outer sidewalls of offside front tyre have several cuts (not showing cords)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine oil breather pipe adrift from fitting
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCheck engine warning telltale is diplayed

  15. Pass71,372 miles (+4,869)1 dangerous6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    71,372 miles
    Test number
    446129524346
    • DangerousThe inner and outer sidewalls of offside front tyre have several cuts (not showing cords)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine oil breather pipe adrift from fitting
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCheck engine warning telltale is diplayed

  16. Pass66,503 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    66,503 miles
    Test number
    827731113357
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCheck engine light is on

  17. Fail66,503 miles (+6,205)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,503 miles
    Test number
    345048703385
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCheck engine light is on

  18. Pass60,298 miles (+3,773)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    60,298 miles
    Test number
    326838721329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,525 miles (+2,110)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    56,525 miles
    Test number
    153121590276
    • NoteAir condition pump faulty

  20. Pass54,415 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    54,415 miles
    Test number
    312081609358
    • NoteDrivers seat belt starting to fray
    • NoteFront shock legs starting to corrode
    • NoteRear shock absorbers misting of oil

  21. Fail54,415 miles (+3,453)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,415 miles
    Test number
    580081509396
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteDrivers seat belt starting to fray
    • NoteFront shock legs starting to corrode
    • NoteRear shock absorbers misting of oil

  22. Pass50,962 miles (+1,429)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    50,962 miles
    Test number
    712715298233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,533 miles (+1,619)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    49,533 miles
    Test number
    254477097294
    • NoteREAR EXHAUST BOX HOLED,RUSTY, AND PRODUCING SOME NOISE .BUT NOT EXCESIVE

  24. Pass47,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    47,914 miles
    Test number
    262063306345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T161 HGT

Does T161 HGT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T161 HGT expired on 19 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T161 HGT?
The MOT on T161 HGT expired on 19 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T161 HGT done?
T161 HGT was recorded at 84,157 miles at its MOT on 20 Jun 2023, an average of 2,178 miles a year.
Has T161 HGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T161 HGT has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2020.
Has the mileage on T161 HGT 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 T161 HGT find?
T161 HGT passed its latest MOT on 20 Jun 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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