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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,910 cc

T8 SFLMOT history

T8 SFL is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 1 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 16 MOT tests, with 99,851 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 May 2027
Mileage
99,851 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
16
15 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,364 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 SFL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 SFL was last recorded at 99,851 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 5,620 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
94,231 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,620 miles
Average per year
5,364 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,851 miles
  • 2025 – 94,231 miles
  • 2024 – 83,196 miles
  • 2023 – 73,673 miles
  • 2022 – 67,023 miles
  • 2021 – 58,669 miles
  • 2020 – 49,278 miles
  • 2019 – 44,768 miles
  • 2018 – 41,535 miles
  • 2017 – 39,411 miles
  • 2016 – 34,973 miles
  • 2015 – 32,441 miles
  • 2014 – 29,565 miles
  • 2013 – 27,120 miles
  • 2012 – 24,161 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,851 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

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.

  • Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2017–2025

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

16 tests since 19 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,851 miles (+5,620)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2027
    Odometer
    99,851 miles
    Test number
    457172761031
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components
  2. Pass94,231 miles (+11,035)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    94,231 miles
    Test number
    234239543294
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components
  3. Pass83,196 miles (+9,523)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    83,196 miles
    Test number
    179082279933
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin All rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components
  4. Pass73,673 miles (+6,650)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    73,673 miles
    Test number
    543584090680
    • AdvisoryEngine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components
  5. Pass67,023 miles (+8,354)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    67,023 miles
    Test number
    525032972528
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Inner & Outer Edges Very Close To Cords/Plys Being Exposed (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass58,669 miles (+9,391)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    58,669 miles
    Test number
    582662914515
    • AdvisoryEngine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components
  7. Pass49,278 miles (+4,510)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    49,278 miles
    Test number
    270749128796
    • AdvisoryEngine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components
  8. Pass44,768 miles (+3,233)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    44,768 miles
    Test number
    221123260511
    • AdvisoryEngine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass41,535 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    41,535 miles
    Test number
    993528621694
    • AdvisoryEngine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  10. Fail41,535 miles (+2,124)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,535 miles
    Test number
    656635782642
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  11. Pass39,411 miles (+4,438)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    39,411 miles
    Test number
    887373155919
    • AdvisoryEngine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components
  12. Pass34,973 miles (+2,532)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    34,973 miles
    Test number
    359739899202
    • AdvisoryEngine covers + under tray fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  13. Pass32,441 miles (+2,876)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    32,441 miles
    Test number
    166876475053
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Pass29,565 miles (+2,445)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    29,565 miles
    Test number
    997153284017
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass27,120 miles (+2,959)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    27,120 miles
    Test number
    149057473468
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass24,161 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    24,161 miles
    Test number
    647509672055
    • 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)

Questions about T8 SFL

Does T8 SFL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T8 SFL is valid until 1 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T8 SFL?
The MOT on T8 SFL is valid until 1 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T8 SFL done?
T8 SFL was recorded at 99,851 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 5,364 miles a year.
Has T8 SFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 SFL has failed 1 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2018.
Has the mileage on T8 SFL 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 T8 SFL find?
T8 SFL passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; under trays fitted obscuring some components.

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