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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,985 cc

T6 OOJMOT history

T6 OOJ is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 136,670 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Sept 2025
Mileage
136,670 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,584 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T6 OOJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T6 OOJ was last recorded at 136,670 miles on 15 Aug 2026, 462 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,208 miles · 16 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
462 miles
Average per year
4,584 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,670 miles
  • 2024 – 136,208 miles
  • 2023 – 135,604 miles
  • 2022 – 133,786 miles
  • 2021 – 130,929 miles
  • 2020 – 130,832 miles
  • 2019 – 129,157 miles
  • 2018 – 126,105 miles
  • 2017 – 119,757 miles
  • 2016 – 111,599 miles
  • 2015 – 104,685 miles
  • 2014 – 97,596 miles
  • 2013 – 85,857 miles
  • 2012 – 77,465 miles
  • 2011 – 73,148 miles
  • 2010 – 67,128 miles
  • 2009 – 61,745 miles
  • 2008 – 55,949 miles
  • 2007 – 53,360 miles
  • 2006 – 42,697 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail136,670 miles
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorSide repeater not working both side (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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.

  • Corrosion under front wheel arches, covers preventing full inspection.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil film on steering rack.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail136,670 miles (+462)6 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,670 miles
    Test number
    450854144791
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSide repeater not working both side (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass136,208 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    136,208 miles
    Test number
    777209596390
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail136,206 miles (+602)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,206 miles
    Test number
    133744122919
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm &N/S (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass135,604 miles (+1,818)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    135,604 miles
    Test number
    517421457156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass133,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    133,786 miles
    Test number
    667586609311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail133,786 miles (+2,857)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,786 miles
    Test number
    200407410732
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced flitch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass130,929 miles (+97)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    130,929 miles
    Test number
    934362100600
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covered in under sealant

  8. Pass130,832 miles (+5)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    130,832 miles
    Test number
    556709376909
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under front wheel arches, covers preventing full inspection.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil film on steering rack.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight leak on exhaust system.
    • AdvisorySpacing between groups of characters on number plates slightly wide but unlikely to be misread.
    • AdvisoryWeld repairs covered with underseal preventing full inspection.

  9. Fail130,827 miles (+1,670)3 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,827 miles
    Test number
    276372907452
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor pan below passenger seat. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorPosition lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Nearside rear position lamp/brake lamp. (4.2.3 (c))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under front wheel arches, covers preventing full inspection.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Underseal is peeling and plastic cover preventing full inspection. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil film on steering rack.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight leak on exhaust system.
    • AdvisorySpacing between groups of characters on number plates slightly wide but unlikely to be misread.

  10. Pass129,157 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    129,157 miles
    Test number
    225288316018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail129,156 miles (+3,051)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,156 miles
    Test number
    945389183235
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass126,105 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    126,105 miles
    Test number
    191561538351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail126,099 miles (+6,342)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,099 miles
    Test number
    985528408425
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass119,757 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    119,757 miles
    Test number
    727879887517
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail119,757 miles (+8,158)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,757 miles
    Test number
    464276745632
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass111,599 miles (+6,914)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    111,599 miles
    Test number
    891644683681
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass104,685 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    104,685 miles
    Test number
    506863325233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail104,683 miles (+7,087)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,683 miles
    Test number
    338112825230
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass97,596 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    97,596 miles
    Test number
    299682734233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail97,594 miles (+11,737)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,594 miles
    Test number
    697520134298
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass85,857 miles (+8,392)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    85,857 miles
    Test number
    707135303250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass77,465 miles (+4,317)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    77,465 miles
    Test number
    925694712292
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  23. Pass73,148 miles (+6,020)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    73,148 miles
    Test number
    568184541266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass67,128 miles (+5,383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    67,128 miles
    Test number
    804145240275
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  25. Pass61,745 miles (+5,796)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    61,745 miles
    Test number
    872307449297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass55,949 miles (+2,589)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    55,949 miles
    Test number
    732442648211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass53,360 miles (+10,663)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    53,360 miles
    Test number
    733545137271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass42,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    42,697 miles
    Test number
    323446446086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail42,697 miles1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,697 miles
    Test number
    631255646093
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T6 OOJ

Does T6 OOJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T6 OOJ expired on 15 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T6 OOJ?
The MOT on T6 OOJ expired on 15 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T6 OOJ done?
T6 OOJ was recorded at 136,670 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2026, an average of 4,584 miles a year.
Has T6 OOJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T6 OOJ has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T6 OOJ 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 T6 OOJ find?
T6 OOJ failed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2026 with 6 major defects and 12 advisories: front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch; nearside rear inner vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch, and 15 more.

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