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Saab 9-3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T78 AFMMOT history

T78 AFM is a red petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Jul 2024 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 169,024 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jul 2024
Mileage
169,024 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2024
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,545 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T78 AFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T78 AFM was last recorded at 169,024 miles on 10 Jul 2024, 96 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,928 miles · 6 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
96 miles
Average per year
2,545 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 169,024 miles
  • 2023 – 168,928 miles
  • 2022 – 167,083 miles
  • 2021 – 166,830 miles
  • 2019 – 166,677 miles
  • 2016 – 166,652 miles
  • 2015 – 166,635 miles
  • 2014 – 166,559 miles
  • 2013 – 166,301 miles
  • 2011 – 165,591 miles
  • 2010 – 165,055 miles
  • 2009 – 164,814 miles
  • 2008 – 156,213 miles
  • 2006 – 129,133 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail169,024 miles
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting FLOOR (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear 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 Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Fuel filter corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail169,024 miles (+96)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,024 miles
    Test number
    819339776751
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting FLOOR (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear 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 Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass168,928 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    168,928 miles
    Test number
    881800138403
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail168,928 miles (+10)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,928 miles
    Test number
    766152151790
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail168,918 miles (+1,835)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,918 miles
    Test number
    577718043112
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess both rubbing on exhaust (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass167,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    167,083 miles
    Test number
    126170356650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail167,083 miles (+253)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,083 miles
    Test number
    836794818219
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass166,830 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    166,830 miles
    Test number
    832944964555
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded

  8. Fail166,830 miles (+153)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,830 miles
    Test number
    953923206515
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Fuel hose insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded

  9. Pass166,677 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    166,677 miles
    Test number
    589498427158
    • AdvisoryO/S/F AND O/S/R BRAKES SLIGHTLY BINDING
    • AdvisoryREAR NUMBER PLATE LIGHT SLIGHTLY DIM

  10. Pass166,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    166,652 miles
    Test number
    124102242613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail166,652 miles (+17)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,652 miles
    Test number
    961972070485
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  12. Pass166,635 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    166,635 miles
    Test number
    508845425238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass166,618 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    166,618 miles
    Test number
    345514015163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail166,618 miles (+59)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,618 miles
    Test number
    419824015172
    • Repaired at testCentre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  15. Pass166,559 miles (+258)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    166,559 miles
    Test number
    767730244138
    • NoteRear discs corroded centre exhaust bracket corroded front tyres wearing low

  16. Pass166,301 miles (+710)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    166,301 miles
    Test number
    278695933167
    • NoteO/s/r indicator slightly off colour both rear tyres apraoching 2m rear discs corroded

  17. Pass165,591 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    165,591 miles
    Test number
    558236801363
    • 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)

  18. Fail165,591 miles (+536)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,591 miles
    Test number
    599136901366
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • 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)

  19. Pass165,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    165,055 miles
    Test number
    520366820105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail165,055 miles (+241)2 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,055 miles
    Test number
    650745720147
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass164,814 miles (+8,601)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    164,814 miles
    Test number
    934986989089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass156,213 miles (+27,080)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    156,213 miles
    Test number
    251707238036
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBrake pipe slight loose above rear axle
    • NoteCover loose above exhaust
    • NoteHandbrake travel

  23. Pass129,133 miles (+6,048)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    129,133 miles
    Test number
    862825476260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass123,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    123,085 miles
    Test number
    101163876119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T78 AFM

Does T78 AFM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T78 AFM expired on 5 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T78 AFM?
The MOT on T78 AFM expired on 5 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T78 AFM done?
T78 AFM was recorded at 169,024 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2024, an average of 2,545 miles a year.
Has T78 AFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T78 AFM has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T78 AFM 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 T78 AFM find?
T78 AFM failed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2024 with 6 major defects: horn not working; nearside front service brake excessively binding; nearside front vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor, and 3 more.

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