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Saab 9-3

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,171 cc

T217 RFWMOT history

T217 RFW is a green diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Jul 2025 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 88,937 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jul 2025
Mileage
88,937 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2024
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,336 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T217 RFW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T217 RFW was last recorded at 88,937 miles on 16 Jul 2024, 3,623 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,314 miles · 14 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
3,623 miles
Average per year
2,336 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 88,937 miles
  • 2023 – 85,314 miles
  • 2022 – 84,248 miles
  • 2021 – 82,868 miles
  • 2020 – 82,022 miles
  • 2019 – 80,690 miles
  • 2018 – 77,806 miles
  • 2017 – 76,261 miles
  • 2016 – 74,787 miles
  • 2015 – 72,194 miles
  • 2014 – 69,346 miles
  • 2013 – 66,941 miles
  • 2012 – 64,796 miles
  • 2011 – 62,448 miles
  • 2010 – 60,060 miles
  • 2009 – 56,949 miles
  • 2008 – 54,284 miles
  • 2007 – 50,300 miles
  • 2006 – 46,964 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,937 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryBoot floor corroded and holed
  • AdvisoryRear section of exhaust corroded

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass88,937 miles (+3,623)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    88,937 miles
    Test number
    705585732086
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoot floor corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryRear section of exhaust corroded

  2. Pass85,314 miles (+1,066)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    85,314 miles
    Test number
    374570908942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass84,248 miles (+1,380)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    84,248 miles
    Test number
    732632772601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass82,868 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    82,868 miles
    Test number
    792297536369
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes coved in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail82,853 miles (+831)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,853 miles
    Test number
    886372646428
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes coved in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass82,022 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    82,022 miles
    Test number
    410634740603
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail82,022 miles (+1,332)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,022 miles
    Test number
    399977212849
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass80,690 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    80,690 miles
    Test number
    420832105379
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail80,682 miles (+2,876)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,682 miles
    Test number
    426859806433
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass77,806 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    77,806 miles
    Test number
    808302073267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged ring cracked (1.6 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged ring cracked (1.6 (e))

  11. Fail77,806 miles (+1,545)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,806 miles
    Test number
    858955788078
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged ring cracked (1.6 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged ring cracked (1.6 (e))

  12. Pass76,261 miles (+1,474)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    76,261 miles
    Test number
    805958088498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,787 miles (+2,593)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    74,787 miles
    Test number
    449188571397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,194 miles (+2,848)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    72,194 miles
    Test number
    408815505291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,346 miles (+2,405)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    69,346 miles
    Test number
    556854604214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,941 miles (+2,145)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    66,941 miles
    Test number
    868406903264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,796 miles (+2,348)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    64,796 miles
    Test number
    169467482195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,448 miles (+2,388)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    62,448 miles
    Test number
    967404791120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,060 miles (+3,111)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    60,060 miles
    Test number
    870471800210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,949 miles (+2,665)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    56,949 miles
    Test number
    371403209227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,284 miles (+3,984)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    54,284 miles
    Test number
    702873118287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,300 miles (+3,336)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    50,300 miles
    Test number
    280168307258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,964 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    46,964 miles
    Test number
    353659506297
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about T217 RFW

Does T217 RFW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T217 RFW expired on 30 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T217 RFW?
The MOT on T217 RFW expired on 30 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T217 RFW done?
T217 RFW was recorded at 88,937 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2024, an average of 2,336 miles a year.
Has T217 RFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T217 RFW has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on T217 RFW 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 T217 RFW find?
T217 RFW passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2024 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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