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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T796 KBLMOT history

T796 KBL is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 120,387 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
120,387 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,360 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T796 KBL
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
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T796 KBL was last recorded at 120,387 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,387 miles · 26 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,360 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,387 miles
  • 2024 – 113,092 miles
  • 2023 – 106,855 miles
  • 2022 – 93,663 miles
  • 2021 – 87,300 miles
  • 2020 – 87,183 miles
  • 2019 – 85,282 miles
  • 2018 – 82,962 miles
  • 2017 – 80,498 miles
  • 2016 – 77,665 miles
  • 2015 – 74,235 miles
  • 2014 – 72,199 miles
  • 2013 – 69,209 miles
  • 2012 – 66,842 miles
  • 2011 – 64,787 miles
  • 2010 – 62,908 miles
  • 2009 – 60,810 miles
  • 2008 – 59,260 miles
  • 2007 – 57,303 miles
  • 2006 – 54,096 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,387 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defectiveRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,387 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    120,387 miles
    Test number
    872781791570
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • 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))

  2. Fail120,387 miles (+7,295)4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,387 miles
    Test number
    797082232655
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • 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))

  3. Pass113,092 miles (+6,237)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    113,092 miles
    Test number
    506380405236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass106,855 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    106,855 miles
    Test number
    590166571253
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail106,849 miles (+13,186)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,849 miles
    Test number
    191691708116
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass93,663 miles (+6,363)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    93,663 miles
    Test number
    716015814760
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass87,300 miles (+117)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    87,300 miles
    Test number
    114273174008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing slight corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing slight corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass87,183 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    87,183 miles
    Test number
    954003922466
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rears. (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail87,183 miles (+1,901)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,183 miles
    Test number
    886286472584
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rears. (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass85,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    85,282 miles
    Test number
    298869132389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail85,282 miles (+2,320)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,282 miles
    Test number
    784105746518
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended Jammed up (7.1.2 (c))

  12. Pass82,962 miles (+2,464)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    82,962 miles
    Test number
    628243849718
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre starting to crack across tread.
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap broken but sealing ok.

  13. Pass80,498 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    80,498 miles
    Test number
    173885320955
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap broken but sealing fine

  14. Fail80,498 miles (+2,833)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,498 miles
    Test number
    947243568132
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap broken but sealing fine

  15. Pass77,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    77,665 miles
    Test number
    758559244487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail77,665 miles (+3,430)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,665 miles
    Test number
    177998136669
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar insecure Linkage broken. (2.4.G.1)

  17. Pass74,235 miles (+2,036)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    74,235 miles
    Test number
    137610355096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass72,199 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    72,199 miles
    Test number
    749678754012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail72,194 miles (+2,985)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,194 miles
    Test number
    256269344061
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureSteering component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.2.C.1h)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass69,209 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    69,209 miles
    Test number
    639473743080
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail69,206 miles (+2,364)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,206 miles
    Test number
    145083043433
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass66,842 miles (+2,055)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    66,842 miles
    Test number
    375022752043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass64,787 miles (+1,879)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    64,787 miles
    Test number
    195338341496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass62,908 miles (+2,098)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    62,908 miles
    Test number
    162206040436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass60,810 miles (+1,550)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    60,810 miles
    Test number
    753654059086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Pass59,260 miles (+1,957)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    59,260 miles
    Test number
    192003658415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass57,303 miles (+3,207)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    57,303 miles
    Test number
    591930457089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass54,096 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    54,096 miles
    Test number
    170625766499
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T796 KBL

Does T796 KBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T796 KBL is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T796 KBL?
The MOT on T796 KBL is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T796 KBL done?
T796 KBL was recorded at 120,387 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 3,360 miles a year.
Has T796 KBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T796 KBL has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T796 KBL 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 T796 KBL find?
T796 KBL passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; windscreen wiper blade defective; gearbox mounting defective, and 3 more.

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