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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T551 PJAMOT history

T551 PJA is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 100,488 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Aug 2025
Mileage
100,488 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2024
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,674 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T551 PJA
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T551 PJA was last recorded at 100,488 miles on 25 Jul 2024, 814 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,674 miles · 3 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
814 miles
Average per year
2,674 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 100,488 miles
  • 2023 – 99,674 miles
  • 2022 – 98,907 miles
  • 2021 – 98,252 miles
  • 2020 – 97,509 miles
  • 2019 – 97,002 miles
  • 2018 – 96,394 miles
  • 2017 – 95,359 miles
  • 2016 – 93,571 miles
  • 2015 – 91,702 miles
  • 2014 – 90,610 miles
  • 2013 – 89,702 miles
  • 2012 – 83,971 miles
  • 2011 – 73,317 miles
  • 2010 – 73,224 miles
  • 2008 – 69,843 miles
  • 2007 – 62,564 miles
  • 2006 – 51,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,488 miles
  • AdvisoryFront slight oil leak engine
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake slight binding
  • AdvisoryRear axle in a rusty condition front struts in a rusty condition

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 Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,488 miles (+814)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    100,488 miles
    Test number
    605419312007
    • AdvisoryFront slight oil leak engine
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake slight binding
    • AdvisoryRear axle in a rusty condition front struts in a rusty condition

  2. Pass99,674 miles (+767)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    99,674 miles
    Test number
    947407004911
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryWax oil to chassis to floor front to back

  3. Pass98,907 miles (+655)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    98,907 miles
    Test number
    797646262700
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWax oil to floor to back

  4. Pass98,252 miles (+743)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    98,252 miles
    Test number
    139033517420
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass97,509 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    97,509 miles
    Test number
    180201400037
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWax oil needed

  6. Fail97,509 miles (+507)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,509 miles
    Test number
    983849751556
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced bulk head (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWax oil needed

  7. Pass97,002 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    97,002 miles
    Test number
    390555392560
    • AdvisoryFront Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail97,002 miles (+608)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,002 miles
    Test number
    199574322022
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass96,394 miles (+1,035)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    96,394 miles
    Test number
    860786269642
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective slight play gearbox mount
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  10. Pass95,359 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    95,359 miles
    Test number
    298868532810
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake sticking
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tailpipe (7.1.2)

  11. Fail95,359 miles (+1,788)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,359 miles
    Test number
    539018691309
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake sticking
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tailpipe (7.1.2)

  12. Pass93,571 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    93,571 miles
    Test number
    987673411679
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailpipe deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail93,571 miles (+1,869)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,571 miles
    Test number
    770569232056
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailpipe deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass91,702 miles (+1,092)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    91,702 miles
    Test number
    925139405248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  15. Pass90,610 miles (+908)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    90,610 miles
    Test number
    818937914213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass89,702 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    89,702 miles
    Test number
    648829313220
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  17. Fail89,702 miles (+5,731)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,702 miles
    Test number
    798089513299
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  18. Pass83,971 miles (+10,654)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    83,971 miles
    Test number
    118099912248
    • NoteFront exhaust pipe deteriorating.

  19. Fail73,317 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,317 miles
    Test number
    357431621437
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  20. Pass73,317 miles (+93)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    73,317 miles
    Test number
    405221721262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass73,224 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    73,224 miles
    Test number
    184286170036
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  22. Fail73,224 miles (+3,381)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,224 miles
    Test number
    450101270022
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteRear exhaust sheild loose

  23. Fail69,843 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,843 miles
    Test number
    272455608241
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass69,843 miles (+7,279)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    69,843 miles
    Test number
    434495908293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass62,564 miles (+10,789)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    62,564 miles
    Test number
    633378307222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass51,775 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2007
    Odometer
    51,775 miles
    Test number
    334678426128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T551 PJA

Does T551 PJA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T551 PJA expired on 8 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T551 PJA?
The MOT on T551 PJA expired on 8 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T551 PJA done?
T551 PJA was recorded at 100,488 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2024, an average of 2,674 miles a year.
Has T551 PJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T551 PJA has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on T551 PJA 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 T551 PJA find?
T551 PJA passed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2024 with 3 advisories: front slight oil leak engine; nearside rear brake slight binding; rear axle in a rusty condition front struts in a rusty condition.

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