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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T46 BGTMOT history

T46 BGT is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 11 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Mar 2025 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 155,390 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Mar 2025
Mileage
155,390 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2025
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,692 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T46 BGT
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
11 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T46 BGT was last recorded at 155,390 miles on 12 Mar 2025, 194 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,196 miles · 12 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
194 miles
Average per year
5,692 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 155,390 miles
  • 2024 – 155,196 miles
  • 2022 – 155,184 miles
  • 2021 – 154,765 miles
  • 2020 – 150,976 miles
  • 2019 – 141,874 miles
  • 2018 – 125,663 miles
  • 2017 – 96,009 miles
  • 2016 – 81,753 miles
  • 2015 – 74,385 miles
  • 2014 – 72,731 miles
  • 2013 – 70,867 miles
  • 2012 – 68,585 miles
  • 2011 – 66,077 miles
  • 2010 – 63,433 miles
  • 2009 – 60,536 miles
  • 2008 – 55,770 miles
  • 2007 – 52,233 miles
  • 2006 – 46,866 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail155,390 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPetrol pipe clip broken.

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Engine oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Engine light on

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

32 tests since 16 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail155,390 miles (+194)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,390 miles
    Test number
    427604720941
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPetrol pipe clip broken.

  2. Pass155,196 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    155,196 miles
    Test number
    476995453152
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail155,193 miles (+9)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,193 miles
    Test number
    601599607447
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass155,184 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    155,184 miles
    Test number
    147965654793
    • 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))

  5. Fail155,182 miles (+417)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,182 miles
    Test number
    782973882833
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Park brake effort low.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass154,765 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    154,765 miles
    Test number
    581729989143
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust leak
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs rusty
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexible section worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  7. Fail154,763 miles (+3,787)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,763 miles
    Test number
    381877647209
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust leak
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexible section worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge thread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryReverse light inop

  8. Pass150,976 miles (+9,102)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    150,976 miles
    Test number
    980155379180
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake effort
    • AdvisoryExhaust leak at centre
    • AdvisoryExhaust worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass141,874 miles (+16)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    141,874 miles
    Test number
    672412649814
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flex section worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail141,858 miles (+16,195)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,858 miles
    Test number
    295293185291
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flex section worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass125,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    125,663 miles
    Test number
    350500093704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail125,663 miles (+1,877)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,663 miles
    Test number
    932972063092
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  13. Fail123,786 miles (+27,777)6 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,786 miles
    Test number
    749741516408
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside drive shaft seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass96,009 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    96,009 miles
    Test number
    830449361231
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules and nearside rear (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail96,005 miles (+14,252)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,005 miles
    Test number
    286013763567
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules and nearside rear (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass81,753 miles (+7,368)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    81,753 miles
    Test number
    610937168810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,385 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    74,385 miles
    Test number
    686519945193
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail74,380 miles (+1,649)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,380 miles
    Test number
    445266645112
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass72,731 miles (+1,864)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    72,731 miles
    Test number
    265364334169
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront exhaust flex worn

  20. Pass70,867 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    70,867 miles
    Test number
    335957033138
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront exhaust flex worn

  21. Fail70,867 miles (+2,282)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,867 miles
    Test number
    576673033152
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront exhaust flex worn

  22. Pass68,585 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    68,585 miles
    Test number
    117171622190
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust rusted

  23. Fail68,585 miles (+2,508)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,585 miles
    Test number
    806021522196
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust rusted

  24. Pass66,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    66,077 miles
    Test number
    889184621197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail66,074 miles (+2,641)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,074 miles
    Test number
    166244521155
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Pass63,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    63,433 miles
    Test number
    232507030488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail63,433 miles (+2,897)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,433 miles
    Test number
    951947730148
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  28. Pass60,536 miles (+4,766)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2010
    Odometer
    60,536 miles
    Test number
    653717329144
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  29. Pass55,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    55,770 miles
    Test number
    450675298026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail55,770 miles (+3,537)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,770 miles
    Test number
    334435298050
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  31. Pass52,233 miles (+5,367)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    52,233 miles
    Test number
    173875267455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass46,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    46,866 miles
    Test number
    942547646072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T46 BGT

Does T46 BGT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T46 BGT expired on 11 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T46 BGT?
The MOT on T46 BGT expired on 11 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T46 BGT done?
T46 BGT was recorded at 155,390 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2025, an average of 5,692 miles a year.
Has T46 BGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T46 BGT has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T46 BGT 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 T46 BGT find?
T46 BGT failed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects and 1 advisory: offside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced; nearside rear parking brake inoperative on one side, and 5 more.

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