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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T860 NGSMOT history

T860 NGS is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 29 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 99,054 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
99,054 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,409 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T860 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
29 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T860 NGS was last recorded at 99,054 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 473 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,581 miles · 4 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
473 miles
Average per year
1,409 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,054 miles
  • 2025 – 98,581 miles
  • 2024 – 97,878 miles
  • 2023 – 97,837 miles
  • 2022 – 97,389 miles
  • 2019 – 97,038 miles
  • 2018 – 96,506 miles
  • 2017 – 95,943 miles
  • 2016 – 94,854 miles
  • 2015 – 93,882 miles
  • 2014 – 92,734 miles
  • 2013 – 91,458 miles
  • 2012 – 89,349 miles
  • 2011 – 85,923 miles
  • 2010 – 82,426 miles
  • 2009 – 80,369 miles
  • 2008 – 77,866 miles
  • 2007 – 74,337 miles
  • 2006 – 70,364 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,054 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect all (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,054 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    99,054 miles
    Test number
    410359454476
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect all (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail99,054 miles (+473)2 repaired2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,054 miles
    Test number
    239361993559
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect all (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass98,581 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    98,581 miles
    Test number
    868920302600
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail98,581 miles (+703)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,581 miles
    Test number
    906081032931
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass97,878 miles (+41)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    97,878 miles
    Test number
    842366807468
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass97,837 miles (+448)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    97,837 miles
    Test number
    754198911807
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass97,389 miles (+351)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    97,389 miles
    Test number
    108850709671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass97,038 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    97,038 miles
    Test number
    911683298711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail97,034 miles (+528)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,034 miles
    Test number
    676331408424
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  10. Pass96,506 miles (+563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    96,506 miles
    Test number
    159453562682
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass95,943 miles (+1,089)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    95,943 miles
    Test number
    652290099644
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass94,854 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    94,854 miles
    Test number
    980489605740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail94,850 miles (+968)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,850 miles
    Test number
    968207250498
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass93,882 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    93,882 miles
    Test number
    379777185088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer deteriorated

  15. Fail93,882 miles (+1,148)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,882 miles
    Test number
    866957985078
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer deteriorated

  16. Pass92,734 miles (+1,276)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    92,734 miles
    Test number
    928278184018
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  17. Pass91,458 miles (+2,109)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    91,458 miles
    Test number
    495214183050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass89,349 miles (+3,426)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    89,349 miles
    Test number
    125984782444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass85,923 miles (+3,497)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    85,923 miles
    Test number
    157749381416
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass82,426 miles (+2,057)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    82,426 miles
    Test number
    341149080019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass80,369 miles (+2,503)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    80,369 miles
    Test number
    501867159040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass77,866 miles (+3,529)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    77,866 miles
    Test number
    883467058096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass74,337 miles (+3,973)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    74,337 miles
    Test number
    804935157077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass70,364 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    70,364 miles
    Test number
    150112256465
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads wearing low
    • NoteLip on front and rear brake discs
    • NoteRear indicater bulbs fading to white

Questions about T860 NGS

Does T860 NGS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T860 NGS is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T860 NGS?
The MOT on T860 NGS is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T860 NGS done?
T860 NGS was recorded at 99,054 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 1,409 miles a year.
Has T860 NGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T860 NGS has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T860 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 T860 NGS find?
T860 NGS passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; offside windscreen wiper blade defective; brake hose slightly deteriorated all, and 8 more.

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