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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T743 TOLMOT history

T743 TOL is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 29 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 99,209 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
99,209 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,642 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T743 TOL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T743 TOL was last recorded at 99,209 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 7,769 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,440 miles · 1 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
7,769 miles
Average per year
2,642 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 99,209 miles
  • 2024 – 91,440 miles
  • 2023 – 82,858 miles
  • 2022 – 80,702 miles
  • 2021 – 80,614 miles
  • 2020 – 80,480 miles
  • 2019 – 80,199 miles
  • 2018 – 79,625 miles
  • 2017 – 78,917 miles
  • 2016 – 77,649 miles
  • 2015 – 77,068 miles
  • 2014 – 75,385 miles
  • 2013 – 74,459 miles
  • 2012 – 73,299 miles
  • 2011 – 72,028 miles
  • 2010 – 70,273 miles
  • 2009 – 66,362 miles
  • 2008 – 59,911 miles
  • 2007 – 54,548 miles
  • 2006 – 47,369 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,209 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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.

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2008–2018

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,209 miles (+7,769)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    99,209 miles
    Test number
    806906925355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass91,440 miles (+8,582)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    91,440 miles
    Test number
    402305444965
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass82,858 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    82,858 miles
    Test number
    902486022652
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail82,842 miles (+2,140)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,842 miles
    Test number
    878545183733
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass80,702 miles (+88)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    80,702 miles
    Test number
    374830926903
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass80,614 miles (+134)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    80,614 miles
    Test number
    880537299102
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass80,480 miles (+281)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    80,480 miles
    Test number
    750677319577
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass80,199 miles (+574)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    80,199 miles
    Test number
    155627820914
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock casing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock casing corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose

  9. Pass79,625 miles (+708)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    79,625 miles
    Test number
    551469734251
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryHeadlight switch stiff to operate

  10. Pass78,917 miles (+1,268)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    78,917 miles
    Test number
    795127874938
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • 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 Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box deteriorating

  11. Pass77,649 miles (+4)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    77,649 miles
    Test number
    652138905490
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner drive shaft seal damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat wont tip forward
    • AdvisoryLight switch stiff to operate

  12. Fail77,645 miles (+577)3 failures13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,645 miles
    Test number
    331522503022
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner drive shaft seal damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat wont tip forward
    • AdvisoryLight switch stiff to operate

  13. Pass77,068 miles (+1,683)10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    77,068 miles
    Test number
    557114705157
    • 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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass75,385 miles (+926)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    75,385 miles
    Test number
    247465704117
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteMovement at steering rack mountings, no visable cracks

  15. Pass74,459 miles (+1,160)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    74,459 miles
    Test number
    535989493058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust front flexi deterioting
    • NoteRear tank hose jubilee clips slight corrosion

  16. Pass73,299 miles (+1,271)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    73,299 miles
    Test number
    307238202173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteSteering rack mounting/bulk head area movement no visable cracks

  17. Pass72,028 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    72,028 miles
    Test number
    217319701450
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  18. Fail72,028 miles (+1,755)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,028 miles
    Test number
    119982801102
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureSteering component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  19. Pass70,273 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    70,273 miles
    Test number
    534194000158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Fail70,272 miles (+3,910)1 failure10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,272 miles
    Test number
    580414500122
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass66,362 miles (+6,451)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    66,362 miles
    Test number
    751858999016
    • AdvisoryNearside Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  22. Pass59,911 miles (+5,363)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    59,911 miles
    Test number
    504226688054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  23. Pass54,548 miles (+7,179)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    54,548 miles
    Test number
    610561607105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass47,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    47,369 miles
    Test number
    693842106186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T743 TOL

Does T743 TOL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T743 TOL is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T743 TOL?
The MOT on T743 TOL is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T743 TOL done?
T743 TOL was recorded at 99,209 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 2,642 miles a year.
Has T743 TOL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T743 TOL has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T743 TOL 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 T743 TOL find?
T743 TOL passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge; rear exhaust mounting defective.

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