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Saab 9-3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T678 MAUMOT history

T678 MAU is a green petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Nov 2024 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 248,113 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Nov 2024
Mileage
248,113 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2024
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,213 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T678 MAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T678 MAU was last recorded at 248,113 miles on 12 Nov 2024, 3,872 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
244,241 miles · 17 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
3,872 miles
Average per year
8,213 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 248,113 miles
  • 2023 – 244,241 miles
  • 2022 – 238,783 miles
  • 2021 – 233,749 miles
  • 2020 – 230,851 miles
  • 2019 – 227,003 miles
  • 2018 – 220,135 miles
  • 2017 – 212,632 miles
  • 2016 – 205,656 miles
  • 2015 – 196,942 miles
  • 2014 – 187,089 miles
  • 2013 – 178,091 miles
  • 2012 – 169,892 miles
  • 2011 – 159,975 miles
  • 2010 – 148,931 miles
  • 2009 – 135,679 miles
  • 2008 – 125,545 miles
  • 2007 – 113,763 miles
  • 2006 – 104,270 miles
  • 2005 – 92,909 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail248,113 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor Pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor Pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Parking Brake Just Met Requirements o/s Effort Low
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe On Suspension Arm Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • VARIOUS SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 20 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail248,113 miles (+3,872)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,113 miles
    Test number
    437665478945
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor Pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor Pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking Brake Just Met Requirements o/s Effort Low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe On Suspension Arm Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass244,241 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    244,241 miles
    Test number
    529768792463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail244,234 miles (+5,451)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,234 miles
    Test number
    669320224936
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass238,783 miles (+5,034)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    238,783 miles
    Test number
    861186891042
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass233,749 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    233,749 miles
    Test number
    710109366874
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Middle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail233,743 miles (+2,892)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,743 miles
    Test number
    943728571808
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Middle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass230,851 miles (+3,848)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    230,851 miles
    Test number
    904723200294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush in middle of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass227,003 miles (+6,868)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    227,003 miles
    Test number
    964887633819
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass220,135 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    220,135 miles
    Test number
    689926657118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail220,121 miles (+7,489)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,121 miles
    Test number
    347594975627
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Major leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Glass cracked

  11. Pass212,632 miles (+6,976)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    212,632 miles
    Test number
    568182697842
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryVARIOUS SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  12. Pass205,656 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    205,656 miles
    Test number
    779801232856
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules various (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryChassis has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  13. Fail205,653 miles (+8,711)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,653 miles
    Test number
    130219852915
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules various (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryChassis has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  14. Pass196,942 miles (+9,853)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    196,942 miles
    Test number
    728389656868
    • AdvisoryVARIOUS SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED

  15. Pass187,089 miles (+8,998)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    187,089 miles
    Test number
    339285814348
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated slightly
    • NoteSill covers fitted preventing full inspection
    • NoteVarious suspension components corroded

  16. Pass178,091 miles (+8,199)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    178,091 miles
    Test number
    416700213459
    • NoteVarious suspension components corroded, exhaust corroded and has slight blow at first join, and chassis has slight corrosion

  17. Pass169,892 miles (+9,917)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    169,892 miles
    Test number
    275751312399
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  18. Pass159,975 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    159,975 miles
    Test number
    686105311300
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail159,975 miles (+11,044)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,975 miles
    Test number
    355935311333
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass148,931 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    148,931 miles
    Test number
    820326910399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail148,931 miles (+13,252)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,931 miles
    Test number
    823836810393
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass135,679 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    135,679 miles
    Test number
    982748709352
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Fail135,679 miles (+10,134)1 dangerous4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,679 miles
    Test number
    712888309358
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass125,545 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    125,545 miles
    Test number
    531338018363
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Fail125,545 miles (+11,782)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,545 miles
    Test number
    512997218345
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass113,763 miles (+9,493)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    113,763 miles
    Test number
    291068617385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass104,270 miles (+45)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    104,270 miles
    Test number
    471539246348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  28. Fail104,225 miles (+11,316)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,225 miles
    Test number
    602568046388
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  29. Pass92,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    92,909 miles
    Test number
    734574555366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass92,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    92,909 miles
    Test number
    171624355345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    502334055331
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Questions about T678 MAU

Does T678 MAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T678 MAU expired on 16 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T678 MAU?
The MOT on T678 MAU expired on 16 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T678 MAU done?
T678 MAU was recorded at 248,113 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2024, an average of 8,213 miles a year.
Has T678 MAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T678 MAU has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T678 MAU 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 MAU find?
T678 MAU failed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 1 major defect and 4 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage fractured; offside front macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan, and 3 more.

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