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Saab 9-3

Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T485 HTRMOT history

T485 HTR is a yellow petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 52,033 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
52,033 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
452 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T485 HTR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T485 HTR was last recorded at 52,033 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,033 miles · 4 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
452 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,033 miles
  • 2025 – 51,736 miles
  • 2024 – 51,260 miles
  • 2023 – 50,784 miles
  • 2022 – 50,324 miles
  • 2021 – 49,863 miles
  • 2020 – 49,429 miles
  • 2019 – 49,081 miles
  • 2018 – 48,600 miles
  • 2017 – 47,806 miles
  • 2016 – 47,198 miles
  • 2015 – 46,606 miles
  • 2014 – 45,222 miles
  • 2012 – 44,955 miles
  • 2011 – 44,340 miles
  • 2010 – 44,319 miles
  • 2009 – 44,165 miles
  • 2008 – 43,922 miles
  • 2007 – 43,423 miles
  • 2006 – 42,737 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,033 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass52,033 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    52,033 miles
    Test number
    139357261131
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail52,033 miles (+297)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,033 miles
    Test number
    942548366700
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass51,736 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    51,736 miles
    Test number
    498400625697
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail51,736 miles (+476)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,736 miles
    Test number
    690023573593
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass51,260 miles (+476)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    51,260 miles
    Test number
    790907187749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass50,784 miles (+460)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    50,784 miles
    Test number
    697274481976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass50,324 miles (+461)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    50,324 miles
    Test number
    422615914372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass49,863 miles (+434)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    49,863 miles
    Test number
    555267301903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass49,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    49,429 miles
    Test number
    970774236205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail49,429 miles (+348)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,429 miles
    Test number
    384901298129
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass49,081 miles (+481)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    49,081 miles
    Test number
    132605462926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,600 miles (+794)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    48,600 miles
    Test number
    542765039728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,806 miles (+608)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    47,806 miles
    Test number
    674021966348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,198 miles (+592)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    47,198 miles
    Test number
    521908466397
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s and o/s (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass46,606 miles (+1,384)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    46,606 miles
    Test number
    849190615108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,222 miles (+267)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    45,222 miles
    Test number
    879239914176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteO/s front tyre has small cut inner side wall

  17. Pass44,955 miles (+615)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    44,955 miles
    Test number
    816896712192
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight room in upper steering column mountings

  18. Pass44,340 miles (+21)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    44,340 miles
    Test number
    116875421142
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteLight corrosion on rear axle

  19. Pass44,319 miles (+154)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    44,319 miles
    Test number
    721165950075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,165 miles (+243)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    44,165 miles
    Test number
    100599049067
    • 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)

  21. Pass43,922 miles (+499)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    43,922 miles
    Test number
    363615348090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,423 miles (+686)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    43,423 miles
    Test number
    194136047041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    42,737 miles
    Test number
    294851456093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T485 HTR

Does T485 HTR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T485 HTR is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T485 HTR?
The MOT on T485 HTR is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T485 HTR done?
T485 HTR was recorded at 52,033 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 452 miles a year.
Has T485 HTR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T485 HTR has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T485 HTR 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 T485 HTR find?
T485 HTR passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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