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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T431 JDWMOT history

T431 JDW is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 25 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 119,509 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
119,509 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2025
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
1,367 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T431 JDW
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
25 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T431 JDW was last recorded at 119,509 miles on 20 Dec 2025, 1,455 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,054 miles · 17 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,455 miles
Average per year
1,367 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 119,509 miles
  • 2024 – 118,054 miles
  • 2023 – 116,294 miles
  • 2022 – 114,473 miles
  • 2021 – 112,527 miles
  • 2020 – 111,715 miles
  • 2019 – 111,106 miles
  • 2018 – 109,817 miles
  • 2017 – 109,731 miles
  • 2016 – 109,646 miles
  • 2015 – 108,184 miles
  • 2014 – 107,987 miles
  • 2013 – 107,233 miles
  • 2012 – 105,735 miles
  • 2011 – 104,442 miles
  • 2010 – 103,082 miles
  • 2009 – 100,249 miles
  • 2008 – 97,257 miles
  • 2007 – 97,118 miles
  • 2006 – 92,446 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,509 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 11 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

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.

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass119,509 miles (+1,455)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    119,509 miles
    Test number
    595005256519
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  2. Pass118,054 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    118,054 miles
    Test number
    611155279218
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail118,054 miles (+1,760)1 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,054 miles
    Test number
    698829644411
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass116,294 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    116,294 miles
    Test number
    841602334784
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail116,292 miles (+1,819)2 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,292 miles
    Test number
    724636516729
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass114,473 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    114,473 miles
    Test number
    442809184187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail114,467 miles (+1,940)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,467 miles
    Test number
    741287478529
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass112,527 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    112,527 miles
    Test number
    879232449334
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail112,527 miles (+812)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,527 miles
    Test number
    702762198530
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass111,715 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    111,715 miles
    Test number
    204946400027
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail111,715 miles (+609)2 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,715 miles
    Test number
    191375740874
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass111,106 miles (+15)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    111,106 miles
    Test number
    619468800383
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail111,091 miles (+1,274)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,091 miles
    Test number
    206212746000
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass109,817 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    109,817 miles
    Test number
    466138620833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail109,815 miles (+84)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,815 miles
    Test number
    587793963155
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  16. Pass109,731 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    109,731 miles
    Test number
    283361308813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail109,730 miles (+84)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,730 miles
    Test number
    633565792525
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass109,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    109,646 miles
    Test number
    414279696341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail109,646 miles (+1,462)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,646 miles
    Test number
    848348187957
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on main beam both (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass108,184 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    108,184 miles
    Test number
    621491094877
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear 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)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  21. Fail108,184 miles (+197)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,184 miles
    Test number
    116831526074
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear 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)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  22. Pass107,987 miles (+3)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    107,987 miles
    Test number
    428462054232
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres on 3mm

  23. Fail107,984 miles (+751)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,984 miles
    Test number
    589645044236
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres on 3mm

  24. Pass107,233 miles (+1,498)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    107,233 miles
    Test number
    836844123261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass105,735 miles (+16)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    105,735 miles
    Test number
    736127722289
    • NoteN/s rear tail light lens cracked

  26. Fail105,719 miles (+1,277)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,719 miles
    Test number
    415810922271
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s rear tail light lens cracked

  27. Pass104,442 miles (+1,360)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    104,442 miles
    Test number
    998980921267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/r light lense cracked

  28. Pass103,082 miles (+2,833)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    103,082 miles
    Test number
    213751720288
    • NoteSlight corrosion rear exhaust joint

  29. Pass100,249 miles (+102)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    100,249 miles
    Test number
    854482909221
    • NoteCrack nearside rear lens

  30. Fail100,147 miles (+2,890)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,147 miles
    Test number
    324496599139
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCrack nearside rear lens

  31. Pass97,257 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    97,257 miles
    Test number
    470720328232
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside rear light cracked

  32. Fail97,257 miles (+139)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,257 miles
    Test number
    253594718260
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside rear light cracked

  33. Pass97,118 miles (+4,672)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    97,118 miles
    Test number
    272820407240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass92,446 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    92,446 miles
    Test number
    992873566056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T431 JDW

Does T431 JDW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T431 JDW is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T431 JDW?
The MOT on T431 JDW is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T431 JDW done?
T431 JDW was recorded at 119,509 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2025, an average of 1,367 miles a year.
Has T431 JDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T431 JDW has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T431 JDW 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 T431 JDW find?
T431 JDW passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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