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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

T88 KCSMOT history

T88 KCS is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 18 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 94,464 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
94,464 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,406 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T88 KCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
18 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T88 KCS was last recorded at 94,464 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 3,360 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,104 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,360 miles
Average per year
4,406 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,464 miles
  • 2025 – 91,104 miles
  • 2024 – 87,789 miles
  • 2023 – 84,849 miles
  • 2022 – 79,800 miles
  • 2021 – 78,486 miles
  • 2020 – 77,239 miles
  • 2019 – 70,733 miles
  • 2018 – 67,931 miles
  • 2017 – 65,611 miles
  • 2016 – 63,288 miles
  • 2015 – 57,799 miles
  • 2014 – 51,300 miles
  • 2013 – 42,814 miles
  • 2012 – 36,496 miles
  • 2011 – 27,714 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,464 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,464 miles (+3,360)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    94,464 miles
    Test number
    994247926394
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass91,104 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    91,104 miles
    Test number
    353953555863
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail91,102 miles (+3,313)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,102 miles
    Test number
    984016989165
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass87,789 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    87,789 miles
    Test number
    565051160058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail87,778 miles (+2,929)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,778 miles
    Test number
    257954850236
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass84,849 miles (+5,049)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    84,849 miles
    Test number
    585667484072
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass79,800 miles (+1,314)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    79,800 miles
    Test number
    840944676343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,486 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    78,486 miles
    Test number
    687822894503
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail78,480 miles (+1,241)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,480 miles
    Test number
    966182375331
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass77,239 miles (+6,506)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    77,239 miles
    Test number
    189307139926
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass70,733 miles (+2,802)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    70,733 miles
    Test number
    277696000289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  12. Pass67,931 miles (+2,320)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    67,931 miles
    Test number
    960968242141
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)

  13. Pass65,611 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    65,611 miles
    Test number
    860809298769
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Fail65,611 miles (+2,323)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,611 miles
    Test number
    319871204867
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass63,288 miles (+5,489)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    63,288 miles
    Test number
    499650063792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,799 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    57,799 miles
    Test number
    328885235040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Fail57,799 miles (+6,499)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,799 miles
    Test number
    689775735016
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass51,300 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    51,300 miles
    Test number
    838592244052
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail51,300 miles (+8,486)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,300 miles
    Test number
    396902444045
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass42,814 miles (+6,318)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    42,814 miles
    Test number
    908542443090
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/S/R Tyre starting to crack/perish

  21. Pass36,496 miles (+8,782)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    36,496 miles
    Test number
    746490362061
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass27,714 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    27,714 miles
    Test number
    449484831043
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about T88 KCS

Does T88 KCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T88 KCS is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T88 KCS?
The MOT on T88 KCS is valid until 9 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 KCS done?
T88 KCS was recorded at 94,464 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 4,406 miles a year.
Has T88 KCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T88 KCS has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T88 KCS 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 KCS find?
T88 KCS passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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