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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T85 THNMOT history

T85 THN is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 71,594 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
71,594 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,164 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T85 THN
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
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T85 THN was last recorded at 71,594 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 4,859 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,735 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,859 miles
Average per year
2,164 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,594 miles
  • 2025 – 66,735 miles
  • 2024 – 61,445 miles
  • 2022 – 60,568 miles
  • 2021 – 59,709 miles
  • 2020 – 59,047 miles
  • 2019 – 57,727 miles
  • 2018 – 56,593 miles
  • 2017 – 55,717 miles
  • 2016 – 54,473 miles
  • 2015 – 53,172 miles
  • 2014 – 51,290 miles
  • 2013 – 49,020 miles
  • 2012 – 46,535 miles
  • 2011 – 44,751 miles
  • 2010 – 42,267 miles
  • 2009 – 39,540 miles
  • 2008 – 37,494 miles
  • 2007 – 34,071 miles
  • 2006 – 29,991 miles
  • 2005 – 26,425 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,594 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,594 miles (+4,859)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    71,594 miles
    Test number
    194360713679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass66,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    66,735 miles
    Test number
    558650980909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail66,732 miles (+5,287)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,732 miles
    Test number
    846564169520
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working one in the wing not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both sides not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre has two nails/screws in it

  4. Pass61,445 miles (+877)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    61,445 miles
    Test number
    831984552029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass60,568 miles (+859)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    60,568 miles
    Test number
    627847762045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass59,709 miles (+662)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    59,709 miles
    Test number
    296800712687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass59,047 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    59,047 miles
    Test number
    238980984553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail59,009 miles (+1,282)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,009 miles
    Test number
    572429315554
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall cracked - cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall cracked - cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass57,727 miles (+1,134)
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    57,727 miles
    Test number
    781276812369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,593 miles (+876)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    56,593 miles
    Test number
    739611890136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass55,717 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    55,717 miles
    Test number
    339688610251
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail55,700 miles (+1,227)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,700 miles
    Test number
    914821894703
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass54,473 miles (+1,301)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    54,473 miles
    Test number
    373873892020
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass53,172 miles (+1,882)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    53,172 miles
    Test number
    908439765151
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass51,290 miles (+2,270)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    51,290 miles
    Test number
    859020574132
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass49,020 miles (+2,485)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    49,020 miles
    Test number
    278425273466
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  17. Pass46,535 miles (+18)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,535 miles
    Test number
    695264372127
    • NoteN/s/f washer jet poor spray

  18. Fail46,517 miles (+1,766)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,517 miles
    Test number
    286222072465
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s/f washer jet poor spray

  19. Pass44,751 miles (+2,484)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    44,751 miles
    Test number
    489262471160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,267 miles (+2,727)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    42,267 miles
    Test number
    824838360118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,540 miles (+2,046)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    39,540 miles
    Test number
    282298369162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail37,494 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,494 miles
    Test number
    971610578156
    • Repaired at testDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass37,494 miles (+3,423)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    37,494 miles
    Test number
    984440478150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,071 miles (+4,080)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    34,071 miles
    Test number
    191694767112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,991 miles (+3,566)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    29,991 miles
    Test number
    273497976440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    26,425 miles
    Test number
    934574265168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T85 THN

Does T85 THN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T85 THN is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T85 THN?
The MOT on T85 THN is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T85 THN done?
T85 THN was recorded at 71,594 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 2,164 miles a year.
Has T85 THN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T85 THN has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T85 THN 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 THN find?
T85 THN passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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