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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T85 BGKMOT history

T85 BGK is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 20 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Nov 2022 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 120,422 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Nov 2022
Mileage
120,422 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2021
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,848 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T85 BGK
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
20 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T85 BGK was last recorded at 120,422 miles on 12 Nov 2021, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,422 miles · 4 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,848 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 120,422 miles
  • 2020 – 117,505 miles
  • 2019 – 115,063 miles
  • 2018 – 109,526 miles
  • 2017 – 105,965 miles
  • 2016 – 103,929 miles
  • 2015 – 103,360 miles
  • 2014 – 102,118 miles
  • 2013 – 100,318 miles
  • 2012 – 99,628 miles
  • 2011 – 97,749 miles
  • 2010 – 95,478 miles
  • 2009 – 88,619 miles
  • 2008 – 78,706 miles
  • 2007 – 65,245 miles
  • 2006 – 53,271 miles
  • 2005 – 41,069 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,422 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Hazard warning switch insecure

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Coolant below min

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 30 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,422 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    120,422 miles
    Test number
    963991450934
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail120,422 miles (+2,917)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,422 miles
    Test number
    707067720686
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative missing (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass117,505 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    117,505 miles
    Test number
    861735054069
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant below min

  4. Fail117,505 miles (+2,442)1 dangerous5 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,505 miles
    Test number
    221143119310
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant below min

  5. Pass115,063 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    115,063 miles
    Test number
    675367388687
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail115,063 miles (+5,537)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,063 miles
    Test number
    323049015171
    • DangerousRear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeatshield loose

  7. Pass109,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    109,526 miles
    Test number
    949130564014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail109,526 miles (+3,561)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,526 miles
    Test number
    655987299819
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  9. Pass105,965 miles (+2,036)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    105,965 miles
    Test number
    908049918149
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  10. Pass103,929 miles (+569)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    103,929 miles
    Test number
    575345744189
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp covers fitted

  11. Pass103,360 miles (+1,242)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    103,360 miles
    Test number
    810429625850
    • AdvisoryBulb out on centre stop lamp
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to n/s & o/s sills

  12. Fail102,118 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,118 miles
    Test number
    299162734258
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  13. Pass102,118 miles (+1,800)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    102,118 miles
    Test number
    477052734296
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  14. Pass100,318 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    100,318 miles
    Test number
    847586673145
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBonnet struts faulty

  15. Fail100,318 miles (+690)2 dangerous2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,318 miles
    Test number
    258746973182
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBonnet struts faulty

  16. Pass99,628 miles (+1,879)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    99,628 miles
    Test number
    619869992164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass97,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    97,749 miles
    Test number
    159320301291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail97,749 miles (+2,271)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,749 miles
    Test number
    105439091174
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass95,478 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    95,478 miles
    Test number
    114436780123
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Fail95,478 miles (+6,859)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,478 miles
    Test number
    353566780108
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Fail88,619 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,619 miles
    Test number
    781199689154
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass88,619 miles (+9,913)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    88,619 miles
    Test number
    834059689105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass78,706 miles (+13,461)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    78,706 miles
    Test number
    383289388134
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust box outer cover correded
    • NoteVechile tested under wet conition

  24. Pass65,245 miles (+11,974)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    65,245 miles
    Test number
    302260687105
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust correded

  25. Pass53,271 miles (+12,202)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    53,271 miles
    Test number
    444695386164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass41,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    41,069 miles
    Test number
    962631985191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T85 BGK

Does T85 BGK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T85 BGK expired on 11 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T85 BGK?
The MOT on T85 BGK expired on 11 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T85 BGK done?
T85 BGK was recorded at 120,422 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2021, an average of 4,848 miles a year.
Has T85 BGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T85 BGK has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T85 BGK 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 T85 BGK find?
T85 BGK passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2021 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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