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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T855 NGSMOT history

T855 NGS is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 103,537 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jul 2023
Mileage
103,537 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,750 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T855 NGS
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
31 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T855 NGS was last recorded at 103,537 miles on 21 Jul 2022, 4,366 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,171 miles · 6 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
4,366 miles
Average per year
3,750 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 103,537 miles
  • 2021 – 99,171 miles
  • 2020 – 93,762 miles
  • 2019 – 91,215 miles
  • 2018 – 84,370 miles
  • 2017 – 78,163 miles
  • 2016 – 71,708 miles
  • 2015 – 69,095 miles
  • 2014 – 67,415 miles
  • 2013 – 65,275 miles
  • 2012 – 62,580 miles
  • 2011 – 59,686 miles
  • 2010 – 55,341 miles
  • 2009 – 52,439 miles
  • 2008 – 49,141 miles
  • 2007 – 45,852 miles
  • 2006 – 43,104 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,537 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases very badly corroded could fall off (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass103,537 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    103,537 miles
    Test number
    403164343152
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases very badly corroded could fall off (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail103,537 miles (+4,366)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,537 miles
    Test number
    495090520840
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases very badly corroded could fall off (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass99,171 miles2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    99,171 miles
    Test number
    133986864279
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perishing (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perishing (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to limit on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edgewear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edgewear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail99,171 miles (+5,409)1 dangerous1 repaired2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,171 miles
    Test number
    394380815351
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perishing (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perishing (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to limit on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edgewear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edgewear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass93,762 miles (+2,547)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    93,762 miles
    Test number
    347163064457
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass91,215 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    91,215 miles
    Test number
    550437406002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail91,215 miles (+6,845)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,215 miles
    Test number
    782220039890
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass84,370 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    84,370 miles
    Test number
    260582437014
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and near side slightly out of shap (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail84,370 miles (+6,207)1 dangerous1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,370 miles
    Test number
    374137611546
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and near side slightly out of shap (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass78,163 miles (+6,455)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    78,163 miles
    Test number
    970373180680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass71,708 miles (+2,613)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    71,708 miles
    Test number
    530431407959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,095 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    69,095 miles
    Test number
    275368405262
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail69,079 miles (+1,664)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,079 miles
    Test number
    245493205244
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass67,415 miles (+23)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    67,415 miles
    Test number
    726878294153
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteSmall chips in windscreen

  15. Fail67,392 miles (+2,117)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,392 miles
    Test number
    395972294185
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteSmall chips in windscreen

  16. Pass65,275 miles (+2,695)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    65,275 miles
    Test number
    488085803299
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges

  17. Pass62,580 miles (+2,894)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    62,580 miles
    Test number
    875500312294
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass59,686 miles (+4,345)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    59,686 miles
    Test number
    128627601216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,341 miles (+2,902)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    55,341 miles
    Test number
    792704690194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,439 miles (+3,298)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    52,439 miles
    Test number
    690004909225
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)

  21. Pass49,141 miles (+3,289)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    49,141 miles
    Test number
    283341318285
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges

  22. Pass45,852 miles (+2,748)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    45,852 miles
    Test number
    650637857126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass43,104 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    43,104 miles
    Test number
    262200166177
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T855 NGS

Does T855 NGS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T855 NGS expired on 28 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T855 NGS?
The MOT on T855 NGS expired on 28 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T855 NGS done?
T855 NGS was recorded at 103,537 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2022, an average of 3,750 miles a year.
Has T855 NGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T855 NGS has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T855 NGS 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 T855 NGS find?
T855 NGS passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2022 with 1 advisory: central rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases very badly corroded could fall off.

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