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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T816 CPPMOT history

T816 CPP is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 15 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 49,682 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
49,682 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
662 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T816 CPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T816 CPP was last recorded at 49,682 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 77 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,605 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
77 miles
Average per year
662 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,682 miles
  • 2025 – 49,605 miles
  • 2021 – 49,548 miles
  • 2016 – 49,290 miles
  • 2015 – 48,990 miles
  • 2014 – 47,892 miles
  • 2013 – 47,433 miles
  • 2012 – 46,719 miles
  • 2011 – 45,895 miles
  • 2010 – 44,963 miles
  • 2009 – 43,430 miles
  • 2008 – 41,579 miles
  • 2007 – 39,466 miles
  • 2006 – 36,599 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,682 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,682 miles (+77)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    49,682 miles
    Test number
    703776370402
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Pass49,605 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    49,605 miles
    Test number
    595416631725
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer and Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail49,605 miles (+57)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,605 miles
    Test number
    759245964676
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer and Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass49,548 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    49,548 miles
    Test number
    505919398843
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail49,548 miles (+96)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,548 miles
    Test number
    578249632925
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail49,452 miles (+162)3 dangerous3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,452 miles
    Test number
    789347551900
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Corroded both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides torque reaction bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Surface rust on both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass49,290 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    49,290 miles
    Test number
    443836431543
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules front and rear (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre side walls perished and cracking

  8. Fail49,290 miles (+300)2 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,290 miles
    Test number
    705162625930
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules front and rear (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre side walls perished and cracking

  9. Pass48,990 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    48,990 miles
    Test number
    979069265188
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Fail48,990 miles (+1,098)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,990 miles
    Test number
    418049765112
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass47,892 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    47,892 miles
    Test number
    139683984128
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  12. Fail47,892 miles (+459)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,892 miles
    Test number
    209633084487
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  13. Pass47,433 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    47,433 miles
    Test number
    916818573192
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail47,433 miles (+714)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,433 miles
    Test number
    899837173157
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass46,719 miles (+824)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,719 miles
    Test number
    845333962164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,895 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    45,895 miles
    Test number
    105135061170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • Note1)n/s/f seat belt mechanism slow to retract. 2)both rear tyres are cracking on the side walls.
    • Note3)the bulkhead to flitch panel joint is showing signs of cracking on the o/s in the 1)SUSPENSION 2)BRAKES and 3)STEERING perscribed areas but at this time

  17. Fail45,895 miles (+932)1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,895 miles
    Test number
    259275361134
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • Note1)n/s/f seat belt mechanism slow to retract. 2)both rear tyres are cracking on the side walls.
    • Note3)the bulkhead to flitch panel joint is showing signs of cracking on the o/s in the 1)SUSPENSION 2)BRAKES and 3)STEERING perscribed areas but at this time

  18. Pass44,963 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    44,963 miles
    Test number
    330141160131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail44,963 miles (+1,533)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,963 miles
    Test number
    862161360111
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass43,430 miles (+1,851)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    43,430 miles
    Test number
    344297469178
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass41,579 miles (+2,113)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    41,579 miles
    Test number
    762459868139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,466 miles (+2,867)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    39,466 miles
    Test number
    301356077109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass36,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    36,599 miles
    Test number
    843270686176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T816 CPP

Does T816 CPP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T816 CPP is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T816 CPP?
The MOT on T816 CPP is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T816 CPP done?
T816 CPP was recorded at 49,682 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 662 miles a year.
Has T816 CPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T816 CPP has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T816 CPP 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 T816 CPP find?
T816 CPP passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed.

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