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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T551 SHJMOT history

T551 SHJ is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 May 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 97,301 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 25 May 2024
Mileage
97,301 mi
At MOT on 25 May 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,739 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T551 SHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 May 2024
Latest MOT test
25 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T551 SHJ was last recorded at 97,301 miles on 25 May 2023, 2,414 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,887 miles · 26 May 2022
Between the last two tests
2,414 miles
Average per year
1,739 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 97,301 miles
  • 2022 – 94,887 miles
  • 2021 – 90,784 miles
  • 2020 – 89,038 miles
  • 2019 – 87,729 miles
  • 2018 – 84,363 miles
  • 2017 – 81,422 miles
  • 2016 – 80,947 miles
  • 2015 – 80,476 miles
  • 2014 – 79,793 miles
  • 2013 – 78,702 miles
  • 2012 – 78,186 miles
  • 2011 – 77,271 miles
  • 2010 – 76,244 miles
  • 2009 – 74,068 miles
  • 2008 – 71,919 miles
  • 2007 – 69,832 miles
  • 2006 – 67,858 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,301 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Main beam tell-tale not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,301 miles (+2,414)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    97,301 miles
    Test number
    536313015342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass94,887 miles (+4,103)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    94,887 miles
    Test number
    753319866813
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  3. Pass90,784 miles (+1,746)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2022
    Odometer
    90,784 miles
    Test number
    322229632827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass89,038 miles (+1,309)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    89,038 miles
    Test number
    799928314237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail87,729 miles (+329)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,729 miles
    Test number
    773899080883
    • DangerousOffside Front Integral body structure has a fractured which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering (6.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Fail87,400 miles (+3,037)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,400 miles
    Test number
    523840800837
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  7. Pass84,363 miles (+52)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    84,363 miles
    Test number
    366261273835
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak from transmission
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component from steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose

  8. Fail84,311 miles (+2,889)1 failure10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,311 miles
    Test number
    930797430831
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box connection (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak from transmission
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component from steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose

  9. Pass81,422 miles (+475)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    81,422 miles
    Test number
    822714303820
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass80,947 miles (+471)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    80,947 miles
    Test number
    428223431803
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center section to rear join (7.1.2)

  11. Pass80,476 miles (+15)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    80,476 miles
    Test number
    538759215175
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteMovement steering rack
    • NoteO/s/rear wheel slight binding & brake disc disscoloured

  12. Fail80,461 miles (+668)2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,461 miles
    Test number
    258724815178
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteMovement steering rack
    • NoteO/s/rear wheel slight binding & brake disc disscoloured

  13. Pass79,793 miles (+1,091)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    79,793 miles
    Test number
    147778954132
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteMovement engine mounting

  14. Pass78,702 miles (+516)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    78,702 miles
    Test number
    739738253128
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear heat shield insecure

  15. Pass78,186 miles (+915)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    78,186 miles
    Test number
    695629552171
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront no plate cracked
    • NoteNo bsau number on rear number plate
    • NoteNoise from engine
    • NoteO/s & n/s rear shocks damp
    • NoteRear brake discs starting to corrode

  16. Pass77,271 miles (+1,027)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    77,271 miles
    Test number
    826478361199
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Fail76,244 miles1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,244 miles
    Test number
    160940170150
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteO/s/r wheel damaged inside rim
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low
    • NoteRear o/s & n/s brake hose unions starting to corrode

  18. Pass76,244 miles (+2,176)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    76,244 miles
    Test number
    742990670145
    • NoteO/s/r wheel damaged inside rim
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low
    • NoteRear o/s & n/s brake hose unions starting to corrode

  19. Pass74,068 miles (+2,149)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    74,068 miles
    Test number
    963444559162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass71,919 miles (+110)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    71,919 miles
    Test number
    842779468142
    • NoteRear brakes 21% imbalance

  21. Fail71,809 miles (+1,977)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,809 miles
    Test number
    230419958410
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear brakes 21% imbalance

  22. Pass69,832 miles (+1,974)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    69,832 miles
    Test number
    203997967468
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass67,858 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    67,858 miles
    Test number
    141290276196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust is corroded

Questions about T551 SHJ

Does T551 SHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T551 SHJ expired on 25 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T551 SHJ?
The MOT on T551 SHJ expired on 25 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T551 SHJ done?
T551 SHJ was recorded at 97,301 miles at its MOT on 25 May 2023, an average of 1,739 miles a year.
Has T551 SHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T551 SHJ has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on T551 SHJ 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 SHJ find?
T551 SHJ passed its latest MOT on 25 May 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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