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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T788 RHJMOT history

T788 RHJ is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 153,812 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
153,812 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,088 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T788 RHJ
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T788 RHJ was last recorded at 153,812 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 225 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,587 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
225 miles
Average per year
5,088 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,812 miles
  • 2025 – 153,587 miles
  • 2024 – 153,439 miles
  • 2023 – 153,319 miles
  • 2022 – 152,997 miles
  • 2020 – 152,583 miles
  • 2019 – 152,443 miles
  • 2018 – 152,149 miles
  • 2017 – 150,567 miles
  • 2016 – 145,675 miles
  • 2015 – 139,434 miles
  • 2014 – 130,763 miles
  • 2013 – 116,805 miles
  • 2012 – 104,414 miles
  • 2011 – 92,802 miles
  • 2010 – 85,407 miles
  • 2009 – 80,842 miles
  • 2008 – 73,526 miles
  • 2007 – 62,080 miles
  • 2006 – 55,717 miles
  • 2005 – 50,532 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,812 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,812 miles (+225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    153,812 miles
    Test number
    976037584883
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass153,587 miles (+148)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    153,587 miles
    Test number
    198713784752
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine has an oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper all suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule flexi rubber brake hose ferrule corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule flexi rubber brake hose ferrule corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper sub/axle and all components corroded

  3. Pass153,439 miles (+120)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    153,439 miles
    Test number
    603363565928
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump slightly noisy

  4. Pass153,319 miles (+12)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    153,319 miles
    Test number
    281252213208
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened also all brake and suspension components corrodid (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail153,307 miles (+310)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,307 miles
    Test number
    871562610206
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened also all brake and suspension components corrodid (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass152,997 miles (+65)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    152,997 miles
    Test number
    856719189154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrakes, steering, suspension and other underbody components corroded.

  7. Fail152,932 miles (+349)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,932 miles
    Test number
    812348354381
    • MajorCentral Front Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at joint between catalytic converter and flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrakes, steering, suspension and other underbody components corroded.

  8. Pass152,583 miles (+140)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    152,583 miles
    Test number
    586439239515
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front & Rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass152,443 miles (+294)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    152,443 miles
    Test number
    413005026115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD ! On inner edge and 3mm over 3/4 of the tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0.5mm on inner edge and 3mm over 3/4 of the tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  10. Pass152,149 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    152,149 miles
    Test number
    395525162864
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Fail152,148 miles (+1,581)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,148 miles
    Test number
    405408634888
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel tank (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass150,567 miles (+4,892)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    150,567 miles
    Test number
    397157812070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass145,675 miles (+6,241)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    145,675 miles
    Test number
    390402616032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass139,434 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    139,434 miles
    Test number
    536851575874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail139,434 miles (+8,671)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,434 miles
    Test number
    360586946562
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass130,763 miles (+66)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    130,763 miles
    Test number
    307017584221
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Fail130,697 miles (+13,892)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,697 miles
    Test number
    326506584272
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is fractured (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass116,805 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    116,805 miles
    Test number
    156430263259
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteGeneral corrosion to brake and suspension components

  19. Fail116,805 miles (+12,391)6 dangerous3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,805 miles
    Test number
    147970763275
    • DangerousExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • DangerousFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteGeneral corrosion to brake and suspension components

  20. Pass104,414 miles (+11,612)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    104,414 miles
    Test number
    346450572479
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass92,802 miles (+7,395)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    92,802 miles
    Test number
    635681481271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass85,407 miles (+4,565)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    85,407 miles
    Test number
    341387380470
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass80,842 miles (+7,316)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    80,842 miles
    Test number
    891753489277
    • NoteEngine has an oil leak
    • NoteOffside front tyre is wearing inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust joint is slightly blowing

  24. Pass73,526 miles (+11,446)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    73,526 miles
    Test number
    360739988483
    • NoteCentre exhaust box is holed and slightly blowing
    • NoteEngine has an oil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust box is corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust pipe is corroded

  25. Pass62,080 miles (+6,363)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    62,080 miles
    Test number
    314528887457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass55,717 miles (+5,185)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    55,717 miles
    Test number
    371959586254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass50,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    50,532 miles
    Test number
    410233485253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T788 RHJ

Does T788 RHJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T788 RHJ is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T788 RHJ?
The MOT on T788 RHJ is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T788 RHJ done?
T788 RHJ was recorded at 153,812 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 5,088 miles a year.
Has T788 RHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T788 RHJ has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T788 RHJ 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 T788 RHJ find?
T788 RHJ passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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