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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,910 cc

T1 DMKMOT history

T1 DMK is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 8 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 252,483 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
252,483 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
11,159 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T1 DMK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T1 DMK was last recorded at 252,483 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 6,321 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
246,162 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,321 miles
Average per year
11,159 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 252,483 miles
  • 2025 – 246,162 miles
  • 2024 – 240,968 miles
  • 2023 – 235,160 miles
  • 2022 – 227,927 miles
  • 2021 – 220,984 miles
  • 2020 – 215,200 miles
  • 2019 – 204,828 miles
  • 2018 – 197,072 miles
  • 2017 – 188,025 miles
  • 2016 – 178,589 miles
  • 2015 – 168,387 miles
  • 2014 – 157,575 miles
  • 2013 – 143,026 miles
  • 2012 – 123,925 miles
  • 2011 – 104,663 miles
  • 2010 – 87,737 miles
  • 2009 – 68,477 miles
  • 2008 – 51,765 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass252,483 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryO/S/F road wheel as been welded
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Central Front Steering system slightly rough

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes are covered in grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 17 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass252,483 miles (+6,321)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    252,483 miles
    Test number
    699023521906
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryO/S/F road wheel as been welded
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass246,162 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    246,162 miles
    Test number
    482005917239
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail246,154 miles (+5,186)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,154 miles
    Test number
    139108602639
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass240,968 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    240,968 miles
    Test number
    134970150518
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail240,946 miles (+5,786)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,946 miles
    Test number
    886991886492
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test camera moved (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass235,160 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    235,160 miles
    Test number
    593678258214
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail235,160 miles (+7,233)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,160 miles
    Test number
    143487786839
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  8. Pass227,927 miles (+407)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    227,927 miles
    Test number
    601250064448
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail227,520 miles (+6,536)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,520 miles
    Test number
    415818467754
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass220,984 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    220,984 miles
    Test number
    794547190620
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryEml on

  11. Fail220,984 miles (+5,784)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,984 miles
    Test number
    781886050193
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryEml on

  12. Pass215,200 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    215,200 miles
    Test number
    564447502610
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes are covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail215,200 miles (+10,372)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,200 miles
    Test number
    908576030103
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes are covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass204,828 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    204,828 miles
    Test number
    789724963960
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake reserve travel

  15. Fail204,828 miles (+7,756)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,828 miles
    Test number
    916714989325
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner part of tread stepped (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake reserve travel

  16. Pass197,072 miles (+9,047)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    197,072 miles
    Test number
    671795438282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has damage to the outer wall.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner tyre tread is uneven and worn.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner tyre tread is uneven.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside inner steering rack

  17. Pass188,025 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    188,025 miles
    Test number
    137150262731
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has slight uneven tread.
    • AdvisorySlight play in the nearside inner rack joint.

  18. Fail188,025 miles1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,025 miles
    Test number
    820306627493
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre tread is slightly uneven
    • AdvisorySlight play in the nearside inner steering rack joint
    • AdvisoryThe rear exhaust heat shield is loose.

  19. Fail188,025 miles (+9,436)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,025 miles
    Test number
    626244945231
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre tread is slightly uneven
    • AdvisorySlight play in the nearside inner steering rack joint
    • AdvisoryThe rear exhaust heat shield is loose.

  20. Pass178,589 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    178,589 miles
    Test number
    197027501729
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner steering joint has play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn out of shape
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres at 2mm
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on dash

  21. Fail178,589 miles (+10,202)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,589 miles
    Test number
    216272217312
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner steering joint has play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn out of shape
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer pad (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres at 2mm
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on dash

  22. Pass168,387 miles (+10,812)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    168,387 miles
    Test number
    157042485055
    • NoteSlight play in the nearside inner rack joint Both rear tyres have slight uneven tread on the inside edge.

  23. Pass157,575 miles (+14,549)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    157,575 miles
    Test number
    337400594098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass143,026 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    143,026 miles
    Test number
    255100903117
    • NoteNearside front inner track arm ball joint has slight play

  25. Fail143,024 miles (+19,099)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,024 miles
    Test number
    455660703149
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside front inner track arm ball joint has slight play

  26. Pass123,925 miles (+19,262)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    123,925 miles
    Test number
    729327282095
    • NoteN/S/F inner track arm ball joint has slight play

  27. Pass104,663 miles (+16,926)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    104,663 miles
    Test number
    247300981060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass87,737 miles (+19,260)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    87,737 miles
    Test number
    514515300132
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Pass68,477 miles (+16,712)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    68,477 miles
    Test number
    362973389031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass51,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    51,765 miles
    Test number
    330468608169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T1 DMK

Does T1 DMK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T1 DMK is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T1 DMK?
The MOT on T1 DMK is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T1 DMK done?
T1 DMK was recorded at 252,483 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 11,159 miles a year.
Has T1 DMK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T1 DMK has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T1 DMK 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 T1 DMK find?
T1 DMK passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; o/s/f road wheel as been welded; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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