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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,998 cc

T88 BUDMOT history

T88 BUD is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 21 MOT tests, with 43,938 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
43,938 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
20 passed · 1 failed
Per year
1,033 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T88 BUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T88 BUD was last recorded at 43,938 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 4,440 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
39,498 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,440 miles
Average per year
1,033 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,938 miles
  • 2025 – 39,498 miles
  • 2024 – 38,906 miles
  • 2023 – 38,544 miles
  • 2022 – 37,841 miles
  • 2021 – 37,186 miles
  • 2020 – 36,858 miles
  • 2019 – 36,491 miles
  • 2018 – 35,402 miles
  • 2017 – 34,632 miles
  • 2016 – 33,865 miles
  • 2015 – 33,390 miles
  • 2014 – 32,679 miles
  • 2013 – 31,867 miles
  • 2012 – 30,938 miles
  • 2011 – 30,091 miles
  • 2010 – 29,082 miles
  • 2009 – 28,164 miles
  • 2008 – 26,655 miles
  • 2007 – 24,683 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,938 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,938 miles (+4,440)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    43,938 miles
    Test number
    474452526423
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass39,498 miles (+592)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    39,498 miles
    Test number
    142094873336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass38,906 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    38,906 miles
    Test number
    385449330197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail38,906 miles (+362)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,906 miles
    Test number
    326654561413
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass38,544 miles (+703)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    38,544 miles
    Test number
    779578577233
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass37,841 miles (+655)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    37,841 miles
    Test number
    470823516523
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass37,186 miles (+328)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    37,186 miles
    Test number
    302642130779
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass36,858 miles (+367)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    36,858 miles
    Test number
    510143304944
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass36,491 miles (+1,089)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    36,491 miles
    Test number
    931979550288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass35,402 miles (+770)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    35,402 miles
    Test number
    452173129992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass34,632 miles (+767)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    34,632 miles
    Test number
    439953260456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass33,865 miles (+475)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    33,865 miles
    Test number
    358599132340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass33,390 miles (+711)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    33,390 miles
    Test number
    127371505184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres in poor condition

  14. Pass32,679 miles (+812)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    32,679 miles
    Test number
    757121284078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,867 miles (+929)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    31,867 miles
    Test number
    199289093495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,938 miles (+847)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    30,938 miles
    Test number
    965753192067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,091 miles (+1,009)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    30,091 miles
    Test number
    847559591081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,082 miles (+918)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    29,082 miles
    Test number
    602893880039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,164 miles (+1,509)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    28,164 miles
    Test number
    932006209100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,655 miles (+1,972)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    26,655 miles
    Test number
    761055928296
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads around 70% worn

  21. Pass24,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    24,683 miles
    Test number
    342916037498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T88 BUD

Does T88 BUD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T88 BUD is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T88 BUD?
The MOT on T88 BUD is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T88 BUD done?
T88 BUD was recorded at 43,938 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 1,033 miles a year.
Has T88 BUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T88 BUD has failed 1 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T88 BUD 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 T88 BUD find?
T88 BUD passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear.

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