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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

T5 JMLMOT history

T5 JML is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 19 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 166,708 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Sept 2027
Mileage
166,708 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,802 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 JML
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 JML was last recorded at 166,708 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 160 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,548 miles · 17 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
160 miles
Average per year
8,802 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,708 miles
  • 2025 – 162,295 miles
  • 2024 – 156,767 miles
  • 2023 – 153,476 miles
  • 2022 – 148,578 miles
  • 2021 – 143,194 miles
  • 2020 – 138,196 miles
  • 2019 – 132,435 miles
  • 2018 – 122,243 miles
  • 2017 – 110,147 miles
  • 2016 – 83,677 miles
  • 2015 – 77,914 miles
  • 2014 – 72,773 miles
  • 2013 – 60,178 miles
  • 2012 – 44,825 miles
  • 2011 – 30,599 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,708 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019

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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,708 miles (+160)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    166,708 miles
    Test number
    667045447652
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail166,548 miles (+4,253)7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,548 miles
    Test number
    813581854645
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached top mount corroded (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached top mount corroded (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear heat shields loose

  3. Pass162,295 miles (+5,528)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    162,295 miles
    Test number
    359272665360
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass156,767 miles (+43)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    156,767 miles
    Test number
    102727121669
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail156,724 miles (+3,248)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,724 miles
    Test number
    745885235977
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass153,476 miles (+4,898)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    153,476 miles
    Test number
    922711101077
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass148,578 miles (+5,384)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    148,578 miles
    Test number
    872672426493
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass143,194 miles (+4,998)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    143,194 miles
    Test number
    645510868935
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch siezed

  9. Pass138,196 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    138,196 miles
    Test number
    809295486333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail138,171 miles (+143)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,171 miles
    Test number
    434285030379
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail138,028 miles (+5,593)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,028 miles
    Test number
    383890873351
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass132,435 miles (+109)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    132,435 miles
    Test number
    694053351701
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  13. Fail132,326 miles (+10,083)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,326 miles
    Test number
    183135162695
    • MajorSteering column universal joint has excessive wear or play lower joint (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  14. Pass122,243 miles (+12,096)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    122,243 miles
    Test number
    251222025450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass110,147 miles (+26,470)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    110,147 miles
    Test number
    231556996754
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers on floors and engine
    • AdvisorySlight play on bottom knuckle joint on steering

  16. Pass83,677 miles (+5,763)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    83,677 miles
    Test number
    341501056474
    • AdvisoryCovers on floors and engine

  17. Pass77,914 miles (+5,141)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    77,914 miles
    Test number
    398377945186
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass72,773 miles (+12,595)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    72,773 miles
    Test number
    215229444474
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass60,178 miles (+15,353)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    60,178 miles
    Test number
    988559243100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,825 miles (+14,226)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    44,825 miles
    Test number
    437890992067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,599 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    30,599 miles
    Test number
    975993181059
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

Questions about T5 JML

Does T5 JML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 JML is valid until 19 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 JML?
The MOT on T5 JML is valid until 19 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 JML done?
T5 JML was recorded at 166,708 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 8,802 miles a year.
Has T5 JML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 JML has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T5 JML 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 T5 JML find?
T5 JML passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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