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Saab 9-3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T801 SFSMOT history

T801 SFS is a red petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Dec 2021 and it has passed 15 of 28 MOT tests, with 146,653 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Dec 2021
Mileage
146,653 mi
At MOT on 14 Dec 2021
MOT tests
28
15 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,392 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T801 SFS
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
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
14 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

T801 SFS was last recorded at 146,653 miles on 14 Dec 2021, 50 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,603 miles · 16 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
50 miles
Average per year
5,392 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 146,653 miles
  • 2020 – 146,603 miles
  • 2018 – 141,957 miles
  • 2016 – 134,213 miles
  • 2015 – 131,236 miles
  • 2014 – 127,366 miles
  • 2013 – 119,440 miles
  • 2012 – 114,111 miles
  • 2011 – 104,500 miles
  • 2010 – 96,802 miles
  • 2009 – 88,225 miles
  • 2008 – 82,098 miles
  • 2007 – 73,285 miles
  • 2006 – 62,533 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail146,653 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor under passenger rear seat holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor under drivers seat holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at front catalytic converter join and at rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material feed to flexi corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBonnet secondary catch defective

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear. (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail146,653 miles (+50)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,653 miles
    Test number
    255320680195
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor under passenger rear seat holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor under drivers seat holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at front catalytic converter join and at rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material feed to flexi corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet secondary catch defective
  2. Pass146,603 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    146,603 miles
    Test number
    289359139195
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  3. Fail146,602 miles (+167)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,602 miles
    Test number
    860732593168
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering noisy
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  4. Pass146,435 miles (+4)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    146,435 miles
    Test number
    259721084323
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front interior door handle broken .
  5. Fail146,431 miles (+4,474)7 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,431 miles
    Test number
    753737026118
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn At nearside & offside rear. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength At inner wheelarch(area chalk marked). (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorService brake excessively fluctuating At nearside & offside rear brakes. (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front interior door handle broken .
  6. Pass141,957 miles (+3)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    141,957 miles
    Test number
    706650279152
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Rear @28%. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside front tyres wearing on inner edges.(tyre tread areas also cracked & perished).
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Feed to flex hose. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  7. Fail141,954 miles (+4,293)5 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,954 miles
    Test number
    350075595689
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded 1 of 2 front to rear(main section chalk marked). (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Flex hose to rear caliper. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSeat belt buckle missing Rear centre. (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front. (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Rear @28%. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside front tyres wearing on inner edges.(tyre tread areas also cracked & perished).
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Feed to flex hose. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  8. Pass137,661 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    137,661 miles
    Test number
    948560474346
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre's wearing on inner & outer edge's.
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded 1 of 2front to rear. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Flex to rear caliper. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear. (3.5.1i)
  9. Fail137,661 miles (+3,448)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,661 miles
    Test number
    132287931204
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre's wearing on inner & outer edge's.
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded 1 of 2front to rear. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Flex to rear caliper. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear. (3.5.1i)
  10. Pass134,213 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    134,213 miles
    Test number
    100536450596
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
  11. Fail134,209 miles (+2,973)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,209 miles
    Test number
    797349429743
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Floor area,(chalk marked). (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front. (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Front @ 28%. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
  12. Pass131,236 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    131,236 miles
    Test number
    239595180169
    • AdvisoryDrivers interior door handle broken.
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  13. Fail131,233 miles (+3,867)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,233 miles
    Test number
    166394562316
    • FailureBonnet retaining device ineffective At secondary catch (8.4.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryDrivers interior door handle broken.
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  14. Pass127,366 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    127,366 miles
    Test number
    427808854408
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  15. Fail127,365 miles (+7,925)8 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,365 miles
    Test number
    158406454328
    • FailureBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteDrivers interior door handle broken,
  16. Pass119,440 miles (+5)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    119,440 miles
    Test number
    338787673208
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
  17. Fail119,435 miles (+5,324)1 dangerous10 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,435 miles
    Test number
    167303773258
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
  18. Pass114,111 miles (+9,611)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    114,111 miles
    Test number
    768058172244
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs outer faces corroded
  19. Pass104,500 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    104,500 miles
    Test number
    985940381207
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  20. Fail104,489 miles (+7,687)7 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,489 miles
    Test number
    356589471291
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  21. Pass96,802 miles (+8,577)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    96,802 miles
    Test number
    351168070412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass88,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    88,225 miles
    Test number
    362757369178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail88,222 miles (+6,124)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,222 miles
    Test number
    232507869424
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  24. Pass82,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    82,098 miles
    Test number
    664831778134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail82,098 miles (+8,813)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,098 miles
    Test number
    853971978140
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  26. Pass73,285 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    73,285 miles
    Test number
    952764027169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail73,281 miles (+10,748)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,281 miles
    Test number
    100434227128
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
  28. Pass62,533 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    62,533 miles
    Test number
    574459026101
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T801 SFS

Does T801 SFS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T801 SFS expired on 15 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T801 SFS?
The MOT on T801 SFS expired on 15 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T801 SFS done?
T801 SFS was recorded at 146,653 miles at its MOT on 14 Dec 2021, an average of 5,392 miles a year.
Has T801 SFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T801 SFS has failed 13 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on T801 SFS 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 T801 SFS find?
T801 SFS failed its latest MOT on 14 Dec 2021 with 6 major defects and 5 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor under passenger rear seat holed; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn, and 8 more.

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