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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T558 FODMOT history

T558 FOD is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 26 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 125,314 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Mar 2026
Mileage
125,314 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,180 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T558 FOD
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
26 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T558 FOD was last recorded at 125,314 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 6,219 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,095 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,219 miles
Average per year
3,180 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,314 miles
  • 2025 – 119,095 miles
  • 2024 – 110,379 miles
  • 2023 – 101,887 miles
  • 2022 – 96,531 miles
  • 2021 – 92,080 miles
  • 2019 – 87,443 miles
  • 2018 – 85,867 miles
  • 2017 – 83,803 miles
  • 2016 – 81,881 miles
  • 2015 – 79,769 miles
  • 2014 – 76,723 miles
  • 2013 – 74,730 miles
  • 2012 – 73,347 miles
  • 2011 – 72,135 miles
  • 2010 – 70,090 miles
  • 2009 – 68,108 miles
  • 2008 – 65,997 miles
  • 2007 – 64,034 miles
  • 2006 – 61,395 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail125,314 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low can't adjust (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox oily (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine oil low

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • EM light indicating a fault

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 3 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail125,314 miles (+6,219)4 dangerous3 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,314 miles
    Test number
    809629627483
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low can't adjust (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox oily (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low

  2. Pass119,095 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    119,095 miles
    Test number
    986254325109
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oily (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail119,095 miles (+8,716)1 repaired1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,095 miles
    Test number
    788926872892
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working replaced bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oily (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass110,379 miles (+8,492)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    110,379 miles
    Test number
    298899410226
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass101,887 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    101,887 miles
    Test number
    683173650360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail101,881 miles (+5,350)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,881 miles
    Test number
    691982038893
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass96,531 miles (+5)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    96,531 miles
    Test number
    222999441051
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail96,526 miles (+4,446)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,526 miles
    Test number
    749233143905
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass92,080 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    92,080 miles
    Test number
    767647768664
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail92,080 miles (+4,637)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,080 miles
    Test number
    682600758611
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass87,443 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    87,443 miles
    Test number
    303381770020
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  12. Fail87,441 miles (+1,574)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,441 miles
    Test number
    640328544101
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  13. Pass85,867 miles (+25)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    85,867 miles
    Test number
    395976678875
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  14. Fail85,842 miles (+2,039)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,842 miles
    Test number
    312110420761
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  15. Pass83,803 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    83,803 miles
    Test number
    761382088425
    • AdvisoryEM light indicating a fault

  16. Fail83,803 miles (+1,922)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,803 miles
    Test number
    713854047511
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryEM light indicating a fault

  17. Pass81,881 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    81,881 miles
    Test number
    749241353880
    • AdvisoryOffside front side light bulb dim

  18. Fail81,875 miles (+2,106)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,875 miles
    Test number
    469360211048
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front side light bulb dim

  19. Pass79,769 miles (+3,046)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    79,769 miles
    Test number
    437295385013
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront brakes out of balance
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge and very close to legal limit

  20. Pass76,723 miles (+1,993)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    76,723 miles
    Test number
    607924174091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass74,730 miles (+1,383)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    74,730 miles
    Test number
    725744073038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass73,347 miles (+1,212)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    73,347 miles
    Test number
    579493462085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass72,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    72,135 miles
    Test number
    399844161005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail72,135 miles (+2,045)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,135 miles
    Test number
    669844161052
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass70,090 miles (+1,982)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    70,090 miles
    Test number
    580861190011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass68,108 miles (+2,111)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    68,108 miles
    Test number
    402778689058
    • NoteAll brake discs are slightly corroded

  27. Pass65,997 miles (+1,963)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    65,997 miles
    Test number
    833575938067
    • 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)

  28. Fail64,034 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,034 miles
    Test number
    344368137049
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass64,034 miles (+2,639)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    64,034 miles
    Test number
    820338237000
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  30. Pass61,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    61,395 miles
    Test number
    413274536087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T558 FOD

Does T558 FOD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T558 FOD expired on 3 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T558 FOD?
The MOT on T558 FOD expired on 3 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T558 FOD done?
T558 FOD was recorded at 125,314 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 3,180 miles a year.
Has T558 FOD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T558 FOD has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T558 FOD 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 T558 FOD find?
T558 FOD failed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 4 dangerous defects, 3 major defects and 13 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached, and 17 more.

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