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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T725 TWCMOT history

T725 TWC is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 24 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 173,373 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jul 2026
Mileage
173,373 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,382 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T725 TWC
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
24 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T725 TWC was last recorded at 173,373 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 8,614 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,759 miles · 11 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
8,614 miles
Average per year
5,382 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,373 miles
  • 2025 – 164,759 miles
  • 2024 – 147,907 miles
  • 2023 – 141,822 miles
  • 2022 – 138,090 miles
  • 2021 – 134,898 miles
  • 2020 – 133,723 miles
  • 2019 – 132,533 miles
  • 2018 – 131,560 miles
  • 2017 – 130,574 miles
  • 2016 – 129,799 miles
  • 2015 – 125,892 miles
  • 2014 – 121,507 miles
  • 2013 – 116,536 miles
  • 2011 – 108,372 miles
  • 2010 – 96,256 miles
  • 2009 – 89,576 miles
  • 2008 – 81,884 miles
  • 2007 – 72,472 miles
  • 2006 – 65,458 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail173,373 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected has been silicone sealant repaired (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible obscured by a camera (0.1 (b))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box and outer skin corroded (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint rack is wet but not dripping. suspect all fluid has leaked out (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryPlay in centre of rack

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge wearing out of shape (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

30 tests since 19 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail173,373 miles (+8,614)1 dangerous3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,373 miles
    Test number
    176051427186
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected has been silicone sealant repaired (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible obscured by a camera (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box and outer skin corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint rack is wet but not dripping. suspect all fluid has leaked out (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in centre of rack

  2. Pass164,759 miles (+16,852)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    164,759 miles
    Test number
    593214022875
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass147,907 miles (+6,085)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    147,907 miles
    Test number
    840525081304
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail box corroded

  4. Pass141,822 miles (+3,732)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    141,822 miles
    Test number
    306454492432
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box section (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass138,090 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    138,090 miles
    Test number
    535420203363
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on outer edges
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail138,090 miles (+3,192)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,090 miles
    Test number
    242029241059
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Fuel hose insecure fuel filler neck (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on outer edges
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass134,898 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    134,898 miles
    Test number
    452697983034
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper 9turret welded and undersealed by coil spring mount0
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and heavily deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail134,898 miles (+23)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,898 miles
    Test number
    212412606347
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper 9turret welded and undersealed by coil spring mount0
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and heavily deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail134,875 miles (+1,152)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,875 miles
    Test number
    521007799765
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper turret welded and undersealed by coil spring mount
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake low effort
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heavily corroded

  10. Pass133,723 miles (+1,190)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    133,723 miles
    Test number
    591781700644
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust pipe loose on turbo

  11. Pass132,533 miles (+973)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    132,533 miles
    Test number
    952015248145
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose front pipe to manafold (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass131,560 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    131,560 miles
    Test number
    125139347382
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  13. Fail131,534 miles (+960)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,534 miles
    Test number
    739096540739
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible delaminated letter obscured by dirt inside said delamination (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  14. Pass130,574 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    130,574 miles
    Test number
    837828462936
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail130,564 miles (+765)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,564 miles
    Test number
    528715931676
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Spring mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass129,799 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    129,799 miles
    Test number
    301856954898
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge wearing out of shape (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail129,789 miles (+3,897)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,789 miles
    Test number
    706737837705
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' and cracked on nearside (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge wearing out of shape (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass125,892 miles (+4,385)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    125,892 miles
    Test number
    580364716114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass121,507 miles (+4,971)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    121,507 miles
    Test number
    979138284193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass116,536 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    116,536 miles
    Test number
    166835593051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn low on inside edge

  21. Fail116,536 miles (+8,164)1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,536 miles
    Test number
    919995393043
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn low on inside edge

  22. Pass108,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    108,372 miles
    Test number
    889484591231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail108,372 miles (+12,116)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,372 miles
    Test number
    909623491232
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass96,256 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    96,256 miles
    Test number
    411581790273
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre starting to wear on inner edge

  25. Fail96,255 miles (+6,679)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,255 miles
    Test number
    880621690244
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre starting to wear on inner edge

  26. Pass89,576 miles (+7,692)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    89,576 miles
    Test number
    824919699274
    • 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)
    • NotePetrol cap damaged.

  27. Pass81,884 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    81,884 miles
    Test number
    262234598250
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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. Fail81,883 miles (+9,411)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,883 miles
    Test number
    884424498241
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)

  29. Pass72,472 miles (+7,014)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    72,472 miles
    Test number
    854848297216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass65,458 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    65,458 miles
    Test number
    661560476106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T725 TWC

Does T725 TWC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T725 TWC expired on 9 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T725 TWC?
The MOT on T725 TWC expired on 9 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T725 TWC done?
T725 TWC was recorded at 173,373 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 5,382 miles a year.
Has T725 TWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T725 TWC has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T725 TWC 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 T725 TWC find?
T725 TWC failed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects, 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: offside rear suspension spring mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected has been silicone sealant repaired; offside windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid; power steering fluid reservoir empty, and 6 more.

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