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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T812 LGAMOT history

T812 LGA is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 4 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 154,273 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
154,273 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,784 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T812 LGA
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
4 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T812 LGA was last recorded at 154,273 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 6,091 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,182 miles · 7 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,091 miles
Average per year
3,784 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,273 miles
  • 2025 – 148,182 miles
  • 2024 – 146,721 miles
  • 2023 – 144,118 miles
  • 2022 – 133,858 miles
  • 2019 – 133,703 miles
  • 2018 – 132,774 miles
  • 2017 – 129,808 miles
  • 2016 – 129,164 miles
  • 2015 – 128,397 miles
  • 2014 – 126,938 miles
  • 2013 – 126,442 miles
  • 2012 – 125,696 miles
  • 2011 – 123,363 miles
  • 2010 – 116,335 miles
  • 2009 – 109,885 miles
  • 2008 – 101,540 miles
  • 2007 – 91,105 miles
  • 2006 – 78,729 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,273 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working centre light missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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 Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front centre and rear joins all slight

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ns floor area corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output glass chipped and condensation inside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect and slight leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,273 miles (+6,091)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    154,273 miles
    Test number
    440057552600
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working centre light missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass148,182 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    148,182 miles
    Test number
    683661712516
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front centre and rear joins all slight (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ns floor area corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output glass chipped and condensation inside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect and slight leak (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough steering rack in operation (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive osr and nsr coil spring top body mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail148,182 miles (+1,461)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,182 miles
    Test number
    148565715776
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Power steering component leaking o/s rack gaiter pas fluid dripping (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front centre and rear joins all slight (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ns floor area corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output glass chipped and condensation inside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect and slight leak (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough steering rack in operation (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive osr and nsr coil spring top body mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass146,721 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    146,721 miles
    Test number
    833012700158
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation inside lens (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear suspension spring body mount contact areas corroded both sides at top (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail146,721 miles (+2,603)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,721 miles
    Test number
    928575011268
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation inside lens (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear suspension spring body mount contact areas corroded both sides at top (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass144,118 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    144,118 miles
    Test number
    742021543677
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output water in lamp unit (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail144,118 miles (+10,260)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,118 miles
    Test number
    646153474390
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases mounting flange area blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output water in lamp unit (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass133,858 miles (+155)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    133,858 miles
    Test number
    921859768232
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component fluid on upper part of rack on bulkhead area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive left and right hand chassis rails corroded above coil spring mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass133,703 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    133,703 miles
    Test number
    131180327404
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack gaiter (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect left and right hand (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring mounts corroding left and right hand (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail133,703 miles (+929)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,703 miles
    Test number
    740405470450
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack gaiter (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect left and right hand (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring mounts corroding left and right hand (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass132,774 miles (+2,966)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    132,774 miles
    Test number
    776647377657
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack gaiter area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive left and right hand spring cup mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass129,808 miles (+644)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    129,808 miles
    Test number
    264003619382
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass129,164 miles (+767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    129,164 miles
    Test number
    867974337903
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive left and right side (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass128,397 miles (+1,459)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    128,397 miles
    Test number
    216862045145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass126,938 miles (+496)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    126,938 miles
    Test number
    666974754167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass126,442 miles (+746)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    126,442 miles
    Test number
    277816803491
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass125,696 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    125,696 miles
    Test number
    777747202111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Fail125,696 miles (+2,333)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,696 miles
    Test number
    437077802181
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass123,363 miles (+7,028)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    123,363 miles
    Test number
    989571501164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass116,335 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    116,335 miles
    Test number
    421744200172
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  21. Fail116,335 miles (+6,450)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,335 miles
    Test number
    430744500120
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  22. Pass109,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    109,885 miles
    Test number
    112498899489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail109,885 miles (+8,345)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,885 miles
    Test number
    650847999014
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  24. Pass101,540 miles (+10,435)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    101,540 miles
    Test number
    604303018137
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  25. Pass91,105 miles (+12,376)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    91,105 miles
    Test number
    313598607103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass78,729 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    78,729 miles
    Test number
    373703196049
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about T812 LGA

Does T812 LGA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T812 LGA is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T812 LGA?
The MOT on T812 LGA is valid until 20 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T812 LGA done?
T812 LGA was recorded at 154,273 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 3,784 miles a year.
Has T812 LGA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T812 LGA has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T812 LGA 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 T812 LGA find?
T812 LGA passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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