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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T162 HGTMOT history

T162 HGT is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 13 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Jul 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 105,003 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jul 2025
Mileage
105,003 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,905 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T162 HGT
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
13 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T162 HGT was last recorded at 105,003 miles on 1 Jul 2025, 3,163 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,840 miles · 25 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
3,163 miles
Average per year
3,905 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,003 miles
  • 2024 – 101,840 miles
  • 2023 – 101,346 miles
  • 2022 – 99,701 miles
  • 2021 – 98,863 miles
  • 2020 – 96,985 miles
  • 2019 – 94,607 miles
  • 2018 – 92,352 miles
  • 2017 – 90,837 miles
  • 2016 – 90,567 miles
  • 2015 – 87,449 miles
  • 2014 – 85,858 miles
  • 2013 – 75,398 miles
  • 2012 – 63,683 miles
  • 2011 – 50,252 miles
  • 2010 – 39,357 miles
  • 2009 – 35,708 miles
  • 2008 – 34,299 miles
  • 2007 – 32,375 miles
  • 2006 – 30,347 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail105,003 miles
  • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch area and footwell (2.1.2 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail105,003 miles (+3,163)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,003 miles
    Test number
    774561122625
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch area and footwell (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass101,840 miles (+494)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    101,840 miles
    Test number
    172814614035
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass101,346 miles (+1,645)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    101,346 miles
    Test number
    880378276733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass99,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    99,701 miles
    Test number
    589166280564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail99,701 miles (+838)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,701 miles
    Test number
    204552565921
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass98,863 miles (+1,878)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    98,863 miles
    Test number
    392339320013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass96,985 miles (+2,378)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    96,985 miles
    Test number
    466764332944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass94,607 miles (+2,255)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    94,607 miles
    Test number
    735391938873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass92,352 miles (+1,515)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    92,352 miles
    Test number
    106106236193
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front wheel damaged inner rim

  10. Pass90,837 miles (+270)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    90,837 miles
    Test number
    763749803485
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass90,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    90,567 miles
    Test number
    562947521294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail90,567 miles (+3,118)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,567 miles
    Test number
    374394790477
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass87,449 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    87,449 miles
    Test number
    829643905213
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNearside rear inner sidelight bright

  14. Fail87,447 miles (+1,589)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,447 miles
    Test number
    135453805260
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNearside rear inner sidelight bright

  15. Pass85,858 miles (+10,460)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    85,858 miles
    Test number
    537172114296
    • NoteBoth front tyres tread worn on inner edges
    • NoteRear silencer clamp missing

  16. Pass75,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    75,398 miles
    Test number
    399910703238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail75,394 miles (+11,711)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,394 miles
    Test number
    777570203246
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass63,683 miles (+13,431)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    63,683 miles
    Test number
    836622602254
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front brake disc scored

  19. Pass50,252 miles (+10,895)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    50,252 miles
    Test number
    846379291159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail39,357 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,357 miles
    Test number
    382404310210
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass39,357 miles (+3,649)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    39,357 miles
    Test number
    962324710200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,708 miles (+1,409)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    35,708 miles
    Test number
    294347789418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,299 miles (+1,924)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    34,299 miles
    Test number
    222925518264
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres worn on the edge
    • NoteWindows tinted

  24. Pass32,375 miles (+2,028)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    32,375 miles
    Test number
    924778307229
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass30,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    30,347 miles
    Test number
    333969936140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T162 HGT

Does T162 HGT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T162 HGT expired on 18 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T162 HGT?
The MOT on T162 HGT expired on 18 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T162 HGT done?
T162 HGT was recorded at 105,003 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2025, an average of 3,905 miles a year.
Has T162 HGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T162 HGT has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T162 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 T162 HGT find?
T162 HGT failed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2025 with 2 major defects and 6 advisories: nearside inner seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor; offside front steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch area and footwell; central engine mounting damaged but not to excess, and 5 more.

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