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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T256 NBLMOT history

T256 NBL is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 68,023 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
68,023 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,648 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T256 NBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T256 NBL was last recorded at 68,023 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 148 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,875 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
148 miles
Average per year
1,648 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,023 miles
  • 2025 – 67,875 miles
  • 2024 – 67,603 miles
  • 2023 – 67,265 miles
  • 2022 – 66,915 miles
  • 2021 – 66,416 miles
  • 2020 – 65,859 miles
  • 2019 – 65,139 miles
  • 2018 – 64,349 miles
  • 2017 – 63,554 miles
  • 2016 – 62,778 miles
  • 2015 – 62,004 miles
  • 2014 – 61,227 miles
  • 2013 – 59,266 miles
  • 2012 – 55,758 miles
  • 2011 – 52,859 miles
  • 2010 – 49,300 miles
  • 2009 – 46,055 miles
  • 2008 – 42,411 miles
  • 2007 – 38,539 miles
  • 2006 – 35,064 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,023 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,023 miles (+148)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    68,023 miles
    Test number
    362372284247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass67,875 miles (+272)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    67,875 miles
    Test number
    605129708013
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer corroded but not leaking.

  3. Pass67,603 miles (+338)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    67,603 miles
    Test number
    325848375290
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass67,265 miles (+350)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    67,265 miles
    Test number
    442041989681
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering head bearings has slight free play (2.2.2 (g))

  5. Pass66,915 miles (+499)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    66,915 miles
    Test number
    482997490848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass66,416 miles (+557)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    66,416 miles
    Test number
    999676624224
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe (OS) corroding slightly at body mounting clip along underside of passenger floor pan (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread worn to approximately 2-3mm remaining and worn slightly on shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass65,859 miles (+720)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    65,859 miles
    Test number
    979857542871
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside front to rear brake pipe corroded slightly at clip underneath front passenger seat floorpan (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass65,139 miles (+790)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    65,139 miles
    Test number
    614764670913
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded (under front passenger seat area). (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass64,349 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    64,349 miles
    Test number
    970394693219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail64,344 miles (+790)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,344 miles
    Test number
    799994417506
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass63,554 miles (+776)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    63,554 miles
    Test number
    940190648872
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass62,778 miles (+774)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    62,778 miles
    Test number
    574982761292
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass62,004 miles (+777)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    62,004 miles
    Test number
    108636035446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,227 miles (+1,961)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    61,227 miles
    Test number
    915938534070
    • NoteBrake pipes underseald . play in steering

  15. Pass59,266 miles (+3,508)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    59,266 miles
    Test number
    938007933057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail55,758 miles4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,758 miles
    Test number
    148670242406
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  17. Pass55,758 miles (+2,899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    55,758 miles
    Test number
    759660042065
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  18. Pass52,859 miles (+3,559)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    52,859 miles
    Test number
    457989931070
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  19. Pass49,300 miles (+3,245)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    49,300 miles
    Test number
    531263430081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,055 miles (+3,644)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    46,055 miles
    Test number
    793130449020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,411 miles (+3,872)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    42,411 miles
    Test number
    114252448472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,539 miles (+3,475)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    38,539 miles
    Test number
    691177937091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,064 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    35,064 miles
    Test number
    112455246057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T256 NBL

Does T256 NBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T256 NBL is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T256 NBL?
The MOT on T256 NBL is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T256 NBL done?
T256 NBL was recorded at 68,023 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 1,648 miles a year.
Has T256 NBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T256 NBL has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2018.
Has the mileage on T256 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 T256 NBL find?
T256 NBL passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 1 more.

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