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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T172 VMAMOT history

T172 VMA is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 29 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2022 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 95,108 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2022
Mileage
95,108 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2022
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,322 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T172 VMA
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
29 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T172 VMA was last recorded at 95,108 miles on 28 Sept 2022, 6,876 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,232 miles · 14 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
6,876 miles
Average per year
4,322 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 95,108 miles
  • 2021 – 88,232 miles
  • 2020 – 85,603 miles
  • 2019 – 78,431 miles
  • 2018 – 66,255 miles
  • 2017 – 58,614 miles
  • 2016 – 52,006 miles
  • 2014 – 46,749 miles
  • 2013 – 41,662 miles
  • 2012 – 38,768 miles
  • 2011 – 36,258 miles
  • 2010 – 33,977 miles
  • 2009 – 30,817 miles
  • 2008 – 28,327 miles
  • 2007 – 26,086 miles
  • 2006 – 24,373 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail95,108 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • 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))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly out of shape

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear seats folded unable to check seat belts and fixings

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail95,108 miles (+6,876)1 dangerous6 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,108 miles
    Test number
    275208795324
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass88,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    88,232 miles
    Test number
    782318622357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail88,232 miles (+2,629)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,232 miles
    Test number
    445183420191
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass85,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    85,603 miles
    Test number
    139901928819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail85,603 miles (+7,172)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,603 miles
    Test number
    892509485712
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass78,431 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    78,431 miles
    Test number
    637037989321
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded unable to check seat belts and fixings
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexi pipe deteriorated

  7. Fail78,431 miles (+12,176)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,431 miles
    Test number
    119732105526
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded unable to check seat belts and fixings
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexi pipe deteriorated

  8. Pass66,255 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    66,255 miles
    Test number
    728959281537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Fail66,255 miles (+7,641)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,255 miles
    Test number
    670341606164
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass58,614 miles (+6,608)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    58,614 miles
    Test number
    329169985404
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has a slight cut to the outer sidewall.

  11. Pass52,006 miles (+5,257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    52,006 miles
    Test number
    748189499544
    • AdvisoryHandbrake requirements just met.

  12. Pass46,749 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    46,749 miles
    Test number
    658483484129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail46,746 miles (+5,084)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,746 miles
    Test number
    979658074197
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass41,662 miles (+2,894)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    41,662 miles
    Test number
    789669413131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail38,768 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,768 miles
    Test number
    199549722132
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass38,768 miles (+2,510)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    38,768 miles
    Test number
    305959522174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,258 miles (+2,281)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    36,258 miles
    Test number
    445337331155
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass33,977 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2011
    Odometer
    33,977 miles
    Test number
    223641730433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail33,977 miles (+3,160)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,977 miles
    Test number
    994041630118
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass30,817 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    30,817 miles
    Test number
    704221339155
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail30,817 miles (+2,490)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,817 miles
    Test number
    940171039183
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass28,327 miles (+2,241)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    28,327 miles
    Test number
    834132448160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail26,086 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,086 miles
    Test number
    211774837499
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass26,086 miles (+1,713)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    26,086 miles
    Test number
    293784337176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,373 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    24,373 miles
    Test number
    833597336168
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T172 VMA

Does T172 VMA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T172 VMA expired on 13 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T172 VMA?
The MOT on T172 VMA expired on 13 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T172 VMA done?
T172 VMA was recorded at 95,108 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2022, an average of 4,322 miles a year.
Has T172 VMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T172 VMA has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T172 VMA 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 T172 VMA find?
T172 VMA failed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects, 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside front position lamp not working, and 14 more.

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