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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T293 KLEMOT history

T293 KLE is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 24 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 75,307 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Nov 2026
Mileage
75,307 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,328 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T293 KLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T293 KLE was last recorded at 75,307 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 1,166 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
74,141 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,166 miles
Average per year
2,328 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 75,307 miles
  • 2024 – 74,141 miles
  • 2023 – 73,044 miles
  • 2022 – 71,326 miles
  • 2021 – 69,676 miles
  • 2020 – 67,717 miles
  • 2019 – 65,534 miles
  • 2018 – 62,884 miles
  • 2017 – 61,252 miles
  • 2016 – 59,368 miles
  • 2015 – 56,973 miles
  • 2014 – 54,703 miles
  • 2013 – 52,136 miles
  • 2012 – 50,319 miles
  • 2011 – 47,891 miles
  • 2010 – 44,948 miles
  • 2009 – 40,591 miles
  • 2008 – 36,723 miles
  • 2007 – 33,431 miles
  • 2006 – 29,472 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,307 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis has corrosion but the overall security and stability of the body is not impaired

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass75,307 miles (+1,166)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    75,307 miles
    Test number
    122193384665
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both Sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis has corrosion but the overall security and stability of the body is not impaired

  2. Pass74,141 miles (+1,097)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    74,141 miles
    Test number
    493969252524
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass73,044 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    73,044 miles
    Test number
    308884915862
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail73,042 miles (+1,716)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,042 miles
    Test number
    511507037904
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass71,326 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    71,326 miles
    Test number
    782084234143
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail71,323 miles (+1,647)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,323 miles
    Test number
    272813615090
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass69,676 miles (+1,959)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    69,676 miles
    Test number
    699303105833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass67,717 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    67,717 miles
    Test number
    569801096653
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail67,713 miles (+2,179)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,713 miles
    Test number
    888418766619
    • MajorCentral Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass65,534 miles (+1,001)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    65,534 miles
    Test number
    388181785984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,533 miles (+1,649)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    64,533 miles
    Test number
    681269596987
    • AdvisoryTransmission fluid slight leak

  12. Pass62,884 miles (+1,632)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    62,884 miles
    Test number
    920350686344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,252 miles (+1,884)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    61,252 miles
    Test number
    933350438505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,368 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    59,368 miles
    Test number
    603358989779
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside & offside (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Fail59,368 miles (+2,395)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,368 miles
    Test number
    482433305101
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside & offside (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass56,973 miles (+2,270)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    56,973 miles
    Test number
    736886075048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,703 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    54,703 miles
    Test number
    117118774407
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Fail54,703 miles (+2,567)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,703 miles
    Test number
    126658874461
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass52,136 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    52,136 miles
    Test number
    119198073005
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Fail52,136 miles (+1,817)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,136 miles
    Test number
    358388473067
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass50,319 miles (+2,428)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    50,319 miles
    Test number
    735899372041
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront brake discs are slightly worn.

  22. Pass47,891 miles (+2,943)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    47,891 miles
    Test number
    469496571074
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass44,948 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    44,948 miles
    Test number
    303477370099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail44,948 miles (+4,357)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,948 miles
    Test number
    802347970073
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  25. Pass40,591 miles (+3,868)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    40,591 miles
    Test number
    560265879080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass36,723 miles (+3,292)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    36,723 miles
    Test number
    114339978005
    • NoteFront Number Plate Cracked..

  27. Pass33,431 miles (+3,959)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    33,431 miles
    Test number
    261098077080
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  28. Pass29,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    29,472 miles
    Test number
    880049156025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T293 KLE

Does T293 KLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T293 KLE is valid until 22 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T293 KLE?
The MOT on T293 KLE is valid until 22 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T293 KLE done?
T293 KLE was recorded at 75,307 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 2,328 miles a year.
Has T293 KLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T293 KLE has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T293 KLE 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 T293 KLE find?
T293 KLE passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central front oil leak, but not excessive; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 4 more.

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