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Saab 9-3

Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T220 NBLMOT history

T220 NBL is a yellow petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 109,003 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
109,003 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,493 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T220 NBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T220 NBL was last recorded at 109,003 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,998 miles · 24 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
2,493 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,003 miles
  • 2025 – 103,489 miles
  • 2024 – 101,985 miles
  • 2023 – 99,761 miles
  • 2022 – 99,203 miles
  • 2021 – 98,388 miles
  • 2020 – 97,767 miles
  • 2019 – 96,299 miles
  • 2018 – 94,566 miles
  • 2017 – 92,708 miles
  • 2016 – 91,186 miles
  • 2015 – 89,844 miles
  • 2014 – 88,308 miles
  • 2013 – 85,269 miles
  • 2012 – 81,903 miles
  • 2011 – 78,951 miles
  • 2010 – 76,018 miles
  • 2009 – 73,031 miles
  • 2008 – 70,467 miles
  • 2007 – 65,067 miles
  • 2006 – 58,326 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,003 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top strut mount turret in engine bay (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021

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 Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread CRACKED (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Rear Beam Axle corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,003 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    109,003 miles
    Test number
    319496538097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top strut mount turret in engine bay (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail108,998 miles (+5,509)2 dangerous9 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,998 miles
    Test number
    621650294571
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top strut mount turret in engine bay (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass103,489 miles (+1,504)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    103,489 miles
    Test number
    401671299706
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both Front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Beam Axle corroded

  4. Pass101,985 miles (+2,224)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    101,985 miles
    Test number
    110787719254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Beam Axle corroded

  5. Pass99,761 miles (+558)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    99,761 miles
    Test number
    350944624098
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass99,203 miles (+815)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    99,203 miles
    Test number
    328065134549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass98,388 miles (+621)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    98,388 miles
    Test number
    511294245452
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion around steering racl o/s

  8. Pass97,767 miles (+1,468)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    97,767 miles
    Test number
    375720871949
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass96,299 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    96,299 miles
    Test number
    801435375411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail96,297 miles (+1,731)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,297 miles
    Test number
    303985657680
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

  11. Pass94,566 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    94,566 miles
    Test number
    760260195772
    • AdvisoryFRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryREAR EXHAUST CLAMP SURROUND CORRODED

  12. Fail94,565 miles (+1,857)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,565 miles
    Test number
    337130040478
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated BADLY CRACKED (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings WHEEL ARCH (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion WHEEL ARCH (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryREAR EXHAUST CLAMP SURROUND CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySPARE WHEEL FLOOR PAN SLIGHTLY CORRODED

  13. Pass92,708 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2018
    Odometer
    92,708 miles
    Test number
    654369660045
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread CRACKED (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySPARE WHEEL FLOOR PAN CORRODED

  14. Fail92,707 miles (+1,521)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,707 miles
    Test number
    934681056095
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings COIL SPRING (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread CRACKED (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySPARE WHEEL FLOOR PAN CORRODED

  15. Pass91,186 miles (+1,342)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    91,186 miles
    Test number
    524944020444
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR COIL SPRINGS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread CRACKED (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryUNDER BODY SURFACE CORRISION

  16. Pass89,844 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    89,844 miles
    Test number
    147058635128
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAdvise movement in both front lower arm bushes.
    • NoteAdvise offside front tyre wearing unevenly inner edge.

  17. Fail89,844 miles (+1,536)2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,844 miles
    Test number
    728898835130
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAdvise movement in both front lower arm bushes.
    • NoteAdvise offside front tyre wearing unevenly inner edge.

  18. Pass88,308 miles (+3,039)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    88,308 miles
    Test number
    949422534118
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAdvise offside front tyre wearing inner edge.
    • NoteAdvise slight movement in both front lower arm bushes.

  19. Pass85,269 miles (+2)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    85,269 miles
    Test number
    479780523173
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAdvise rear brake discs corroded.
    • NoteAdvise slight movement in both front lower arm bushes.

  20. Fail85,267 miles (+3,364)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,267 miles
    Test number
    469459013171
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAdvise rear brake discs corroded.
    • NoteAdvise slight movement in both front lower arm bushes.

  21. Pass81,903 miles (+2,952)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    81,903 miles
    Test number
    368352022126
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAdvise all steering,brake and suspension components corroded.
    • NoteAdvise rear brake discs corroded and pitted.
    • NoteAdvise rear exhaust corroded.
    • NoteAdvise slight movement in steering rack mounting points.

  22. Pass78,951 miles8 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    78,951 miles
    Test number
    529916821131
    • NoteAdvise both front lower suspension arm bushes worn
    • NoteAdvise both rear shocks weeping
    • NoteAdvise brakes,steering and suspension components all corroding
    • NoteAdvise chassis corroding around both rear coil spring top areas
    • NoteAdvise child seat fitted near side rear seat,unable to inspect adult seat belt
    • NoteAdvise near side rear tyre starting to wear inner edge
    • NoteAdvise power steering rack,some movement at mounting points
    • NoteAdvise rear exhaust box and clamp corroded

  23. Fail78,950 miles (+2,932)2 failures8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,950 miles
    Test number
    506346121143
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteAdvise both front lower suspension arm bushes worn
    • NoteAdvise both rear shocks weeping
    • NoteAdvise brakes,steering and suspension components all corroding
    • NoteAdvise chassis corroding around both rear coil spring top areas
    • NoteAdvise child seat fitted near side rear seat,unable to inspect adult seat belt
    • NoteAdvise near side rear tyre starting to wear inner edge
    • NoteAdvise power steering rack,some movement at mounting points
    • NoteAdvise rear exhaust box and clamp corroded

  24. Pass76,018 miles (+2,987)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    76,018 miles
    Test number
    381841140130
    • NoteAdvise both front lower suspension arm bushes worn
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres balding inner edges
    • NoteAdvise child seat fitted near side rear [unable to check seat belt]
    • NoteAdvise off side rear tyre wearing unevenly
    • NoteAdvise steering,brakes,suspension and exhaust components all corroding

  25. Pass73,031 miles (+2,564)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    73,031 miles
    Test number
    174941089108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass70,467 miles (+5,400)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    70,467 miles
    Test number
    573324188151
    • NoteBoth front shock absorbers corroding.
    • NoteFront suspension arms, outer bushes worn.

  27. Pass65,067 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    65,067 miles
    Test number
    254606147243
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  28. Fail65,067 miles (+6,741)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,067 miles
    Test number
    733416147282
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  29. Pass58,326 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    58,326 miles
    Test number
    211977156175
    • NoteBoth rear indicators are starting to show white light.
    • NoteThere rear exhaust silencer has a few small holes in it and will need replacing soon.

Questions about T220 NBL

Does T220 NBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T220 NBL is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T220 NBL?
The MOT on T220 NBL is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T220 NBL done?
T220 NBL was recorded at 109,003 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 2,493 miles a year.
Has T220 NBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T220 NBL has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T220 NBL 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 T220 NBL find?
T220 NBL passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top strut mount turret in engine bay, and 2 more.

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