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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T871 PAJMOT history

T871 PAJ is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 27 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Dec 2022 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 158,113 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Dec 2022
Mileage
158,113 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2021
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,655 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T871 PAJ
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
27 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T871 PAJ was last recorded at 158,113 miles on 9 Dec 2021, 1,495 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,618 miles · 28 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
1,495 miles
Average per year
3,655 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 158,113 miles
  • 2020 – 155,327 miles
  • 2019 – 153,716 miles
  • 2018 – 151,792 miles
  • 2017 – 150,015 miles
  • 2016 – 147,898 miles
  • 2015 – 146,051 miles
  • 2014 – 144,517 miles
  • 2011 – 143,869 miles
  • 2010 – 140,481 miles
  • 2009 – 135,202 miles
  • 2008 – 132,320 miles
  • 2007 – 129,486 miles
  • 2006 – 101,802 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,113 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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.

  • Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,113 miles (+1,495)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    158,113 miles
    Test number
    388562680480
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass156,618 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    156,618 miles
    Test number
    848626863962
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Fail156,609 miles (+1,282)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,609 miles
    Test number
    867749745137
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass155,327 miles (+1,611)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    155,327 miles
    Test number
    444636852749
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake cable resting on exhaust
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass153,716 miles (+1,924)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    153,716 miles
    Test number
    735886634244
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill plastic cover fitted preventing a full inspection
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill plastic cover fitted preventing a full inspection

  6. Pass151,792 miles (+1,777)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    151,792 miles
    Test number
    151695994665
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  7. Pass150,015 miles (+2,117)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    150,015 miles
    Test number
    313239669662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass147,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    147,898 miles
    Test number
    394551159396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail147,898 miles (+1,847)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,898 miles
    Test number
    495606159553
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Wheel Arch X2 (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass146,051 miles (+1,534)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    146,051 miles
    Test number
    777029325059
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass144,517 miles (+648)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    144,517 miles
    Test number
    499585914011
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteRear exhaust mounts split but does not affect the support of the system

  12. Pass143,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    143,869 miles
    Test number
    637010651245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail143,866 miles (+3,385)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,866 miles
    Test number
    575220251289
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass140,481 miles (+5,279)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    140,481 miles
    Test number
    103427930210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass135,202 miles (+2,882)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    135,202 miles
    Test number
    302012409283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass132,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    132,320 miles
    Test number
    952792198107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail132,320 miles (+2,834)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,320 miles
    Test number
    890252898186
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass129,486 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    129,486 miles
    Test number
    213188707225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail129,445 miles (+27,643)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,445 miles
    Test number
    391871207480
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass101,802 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    101,802 miles
    Test number
    224144296101
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Fail101,802 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,802 miles
    Test number
    223514996409
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T871 PAJ

Does T871 PAJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T871 PAJ expired on 8 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T871 PAJ?
The MOT on T871 PAJ expired on 8 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T871 PAJ done?
T871 PAJ was recorded at 158,113 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2021, an average of 3,655 miles a year.
Has T871 PAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T871 PAJ has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on T871 PAJ 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 T871 PAJ find?
T871 PAJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2021 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 1 more.

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