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Saab 9-3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T281 GJMMOT history

T281 GJM is a green petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 23 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 104,754 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Oct 2026
Mileage
104,754 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,668 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T281 GJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T281 GJM was last recorded at 104,754 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 72 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Sept 2011: 75,130 miles, lower than 92,684 miles on 19 Oct 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
104,682 miles · 2 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
72 miles
Average per year
1,668 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 104,754 miles
  • 2024 – 104,682 miles
  • 2023 – 104,616 miles
  • 2022 – 104,468 miles
  • 2021 – 103,679 miles
  • 2020 – 102,998 miles
  • 2019 – 102,815 miles
  • 2018 – 102,590 miles
  • 2017 – 102,337 miles
  • 2016 – 102,182 miles
  • 2015 – 101,457 miles
  • 2014 – 100,143 miles
  • 2013 – 98,883 miles
  • 2012 – 96,850 miles
  • 2011 – 75,130 miles
  • 2010 – 92,684 miles
  • 2009 – 90,661 miles
  • 2008 – 81,944 miles
  • 2007 – 77,673 miles
  • 2006 – 72,588 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,754 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,754 miles (+72)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    104,754 miles
    Test number
    860292134797
    • MinorRegistration 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass104,682 miles (+66)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    104,682 miles
    Test number
    286215139500
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWipers smeary

  3. Pass104,616 miles (+148)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    104,616 miles
    Test number
    356550799881
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass104,468 miles (+789)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    104,468 miles
    Test number
    761022841177
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass103,679 miles (+681)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    103,679 miles
    Test number
    662220191124
    • 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))

  6. Pass102,998 miles (+183)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    102,998 miles
    Test number
    819129656829
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass102,815 miles (+225)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    102,815 miles
    Test number
    929981749961
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth bottom swivel boots perished
    • AdvisoryBoth track rod end boots perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/S/R brake bind, not showing on RBT
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass102,590 miles (+253)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    102,590 miles
    Test number
    228796771539
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass102,337 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    102,337 miles
    Test number
    503229829206
    • AdvisoryCentral Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' close to 10mm limit (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront both front tyres perishing on outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perishing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' several stone chips (8.3.1d)

  10. Fail102,335 miles (+153)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,335 miles
    Test number
    348905500244
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' close to 10mm limit (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront both front tyres perishing on outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perishing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' several stone chips (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass102,182 miles (+725)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    102,182 miles
    Test number
    649842188284
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass101,457 miles (+1,314)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    101,457 miles
    Test number
    139381357671
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear reg plate in poor condition
    • AdvisoryO/s/ front fog lamp glass broken

  13. Pass100,143 miles (+1,260)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    100,143 miles
    Test number
    108487284226
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/front fog lamp glass broken

  14. Pass98,883 miles (+2,033)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    98,883 miles
    Test number
    988094483276
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/fog lamp glass broken

  15. Pass96,850 miles (+21,720)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    96,850 miles
    Test number
    488089372243
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteO/s wiper split

  16. Pass75,130 miles (-17,554)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    75,130 miles
    Test number
    488653171232
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass92,684 miles (+2,023)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    92,684 miles
    Test number
    222862790237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass90,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    90,661 miles
    Test number
    422363109295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail90,661 miles (+8,717)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,661 miles
    Test number
    123448299114
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  20. Pass81,944 miles (+4,271)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    81,944 miles
    Test number
    183054588165
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChip in windscreen
    • NoteFront number plate damaged

  21. Pass77,673 miles (+5,085)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    77,673 miles
    Test number
    633103897185
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass72,588 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    72,588 miles
    Test number
    594485986190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T281 GJM

Does T281 GJM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T281 GJM is valid until 18 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T281 GJM?
The MOT on T281 GJM is valid until 18 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T281 GJM done?
T281 GJM was recorded at 104,754 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 1,668 miles a year.
Has T281 GJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T281 GJM has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2017.
Has the mileage on T281 GJM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Sept 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T281 GJM find?
T281 GJM passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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