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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T678 HGTMOT history

T678 HGT is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 23 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Apr 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 147,978 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Apr 2024
Mileage
147,978 mi
At MOT on 12 Apr 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,263 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T678 HGT
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
23 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T678 HGT was last recorded at 147,978 miles on 12 Apr 2023, 108 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,870 miles · 23 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
108 miles
Average per year
3,263 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 147,978 miles
  • 2022 – 146,147 miles
  • 2021 – 144,463 miles
  • 2020 – 143,097 miles
  • 2019 – 140,535 miles
  • 2018 – 138,398 miles
  • 2017 – 136,762 miles
  • 2016 – 134,767 miles
  • 2015 – 132,219 miles
  • 2014 – 128,585 miles
  • 2013 – 122,142 miles
  • 2012 – 116,648 miles
  • 2011 – 111,070 miles
  • 2010 – 108,029 miles
  • 2009 – 105,970 miles
  • 2008 – 103,189 miles
  • 2007 – 97,504 miles
  • 2006 – 92,429 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,978 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outside edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear side walls cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outside edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear side walls cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass147,978 miles (+108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    147,978 miles
    Test number
    943046192556
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail147,870 miles (+1,723)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,870 miles
    Test number
    880835405890
    • DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass146,147 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    146,147 miles
    Test number
    646011706333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail146,119 miles (+1,656)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,119 miles
    Test number
    571902080806
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass144,463 miles (+1,366)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    144,463 miles
    Test number
    557429340748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass143,097 miles (+2,562)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    143,097 miles
    Test number
    186726119881
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass140,535 miles (+2,137)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    140,535 miles
    Test number
    533035046207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass138,398 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    138,398 miles
    Test number
    953504553913
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear side walls cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear side walls cracking

  9. Fail138,398 miles (+1,636)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,398 miles
    Test number
    854433064807
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear side walls cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear side walls cracking

  10. Pass136,762 miles (+1,995)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    136,762 miles
    Test number
    195620079904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass134,767 miles (+2,548)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    134,767 miles
    Test number
    165183987895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass132,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    132,219 miles
    Test number
    187468575074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail132,219 miles (+3,634)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,219 miles
    Test number
    339708075073
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass128,585 miles (+6,443)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    128,585 miles
    Test number
    476842394049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass122,142 miles (+191)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    122,142 miles
    Test number
    637742403141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail121,951 miles (+5,303)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,951 miles
    Test number
    796175893027
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass116,648 miles (+5,578)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    116,648 miles
    Test number
    159355392442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass111,070 miles (+3,041)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    111,070 miles
    Test number
    805954101166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass108,029 miles (+2,059)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    108,029 miles
    Test number
    584304500197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass105,970 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    105,970 miles
    Test number
    830256709147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail105,969 miles (+2,780)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,969 miles
    Test number
    664064309116
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

  22. Pass103,189 miles (+5,685)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    103,189 miles
    Test number
    943818508105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass97,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    97,504 miles
    Test number
    714212297003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail97,504 miles (+5,075)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,504 miles
    Test number
    964122497086
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  25. Pass92,429 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    92,429 miles
    Test number
    544413196089
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre walls slight perishing but not excessive so ok

Questions about T678 HGT

Does T678 HGT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T678 HGT expired on 11 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T678 HGT?
The MOT on T678 HGT expired on 11 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T678 HGT done?
T678 HGT was recorded at 147,978 miles at its MOT on 12 Apr 2023, an average of 3,263 miles a year.
Has T678 HGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T678 HGT has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T678 HGT 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 T678 HGT find?
T678 HGT passed its latest MOT on 12 Apr 2023 with 1 advisory: nearside front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened.

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