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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T356 LWXMOT history

T356 LWX is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 23 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Apr 2024 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 138,189 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Apr 2024
Mileage
138,189 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2023
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,594 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T356 LWX
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
23 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T356 LWX was last recorded at 138,189 miles on 31 Mar 2023, 3,749 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,440 miles · 1 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
3,749 miles
Average per year
3,594 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 138,189 miles
  • 2022 – 134,440 miles
  • 2021 – 133,655 miles
  • 2020 – 133,473 miles
  • 2018 – 133,205 miles
  • 2017 – 132,830 miles
  • 2016 – 131,833 miles
  • 2015 – 131,112 miles
  • 2014 – 130,830 miles
  • 2012 – 130,463 miles
  • 2011 – 130,224 miles
  • 2010 – 124,927 miles
  • 2009 – 113,010 miles
  • 2008 – 107,909 miles
  • 2007 – 96,335 miles
  • 2006 – 77,365 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,189 miles
  • AdvisoryLower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Central Brake Pipe Corroding Mid section (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,189 miles (+3,749)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    138,189 miles
    Test number
    564651964305
    • AdvisoryLower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Central Brake Pipe Corroding Mid section (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass134,440 miles (+785)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    134,440 miles
    Test number
    479543863601
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass133,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    133,655 miles
    Test number
    499453736147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail133,655 miles (+182)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,655 miles
    Test number
    409106512800
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass133,473 miles (+268)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    133,473 miles
    Test number
    397182127332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass133,205 miles (+375)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    133,205 miles
    Test number
    672829947170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass132,830 miles (+997)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    132,830 miles
    Test number
    310760674028
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  8. Pass131,833 miles (+721)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    131,833 miles
    Test number
    178662170644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass131,112 miles (+282)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    131,112 miles
    Test number
    629243575188
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Fail130,830 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,830 miles
    Test number
    306209504193
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  11. Pass130,830 miles (+367)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    130,830 miles
    Test number
    907379304161
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  12. Pass130,463 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    130,463 miles
    Test number
    156526192137
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNsr and osr position bulbs obv incorrect wattage too bright

  13. Fail130,463 miles (+239)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,463 miles
    Test number
    585216992148
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNsr and osr position bulbs obv incorrect wattage too bright

  14. Pass130,224 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    130,224 miles
    Test number
    478009001227
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail130,224 miles (+5,297)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,224 miles
    Test number
    556059801298
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass124,927 miles (+11,917)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    124,927 miles
    Test number
    313311510482
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc pitted and corroded

  17. Pass113,010 miles (+5,101)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    113,010 miles
    Test number
    774974589123
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass107,909 miles (+11,574)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    107,909 miles
    Test number
    161617338116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass96,335 miles (+18,970)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    96,335 miles
    Test number
    340899227109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass77,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    77,365 miles
    Test number
    263419716485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T356 LWX

Does T356 LWX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T356 LWX expired on 5 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T356 LWX?
The MOT on T356 LWX expired on 5 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T356 LWX done?
T356 LWX was recorded at 138,189 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2023, an average of 3,594 miles a year.
Has T356 LWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T356 LWX has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on T356 LWX 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 T356 LWX find?
T356 LWX passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2023 with 4 advisories: lower brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material central brake pipe corroding mid section; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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