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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T964 CBLMOT history

T964 CBL is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 13 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Jul 2025 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 103,560 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Jul 2025
Mileage
103,560 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,397 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T964 CBL
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
13 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T964 CBL was last recorded at 103,560 miles on 10 Jul 2025, 415 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 May 2014: 56,885 miles, lower than 68,200 miles on 24 May 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
103,145 miles · 9 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
415 miles
Average per year
3,397 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 103,560 miles
  • 2024 – 103,145 miles
  • 2023 – 100,614 miles
  • 2022 – 97,352 miles
  • 2020 – 90,979 miles
  • 2019 – 81,920 miles
  • 2018 – 81,057 miles
  • 2017 – 79,402 miles
  • 2016 – 76,080 miles
  • 2015 – 72,036 miles
  • 2014 – 56,885 miles
  • 2013 – 68,200 miles
  • 2012 – 65,544 miles
  • 2011 – 60,863 miles
  • 2010 – 54,927 miles
  • 2009 – 51,329 miles
  • 2008 – 46,109 miles
  • 2007 – 42,202 miles
  • 2006 – 38,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail103,560 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch holed near suspension mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced under floor corroded & holed below seat (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe into silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis at coil spring seat corroded & holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch holed near suspension mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced under floor corroded & holed below seat (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi to bulkhead (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Distributer has a crack in cap

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail103,560 miles (+415)16 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,560 miles
    Test number
    136604755221
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch holed near suspension mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced under floor corroded & holed below seat (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe into silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis at coil spring seat corroded & holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch holed near suspension mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced under floor corroded & holed below seat (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi to bulkhead (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  2. Pass103,145 miles (+2,531)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    103,145 miles
    Test number
    667658210207
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass100,614 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    100,614 miles
    Test number
    335361490389
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDistributer has a crack in cap

  4. Fail100,613 miles (+3,261)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,613 miles
    Test number
    485833016545
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHazard warning switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDistributer has a crack in cap

  5. Pass97,352 miles (+6,373)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    97,352 miles
    Test number
    401780301891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass90,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    90,979 miles
    Test number
    127990226152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail90,979 miles (+9,059)3 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,979 miles
    Test number
    901668828718
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass81,920 miles (+863)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    81,920 miles
    Test number
    160072576046
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass81,057 miles (+1,655)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    81,057 miles
    Test number
    452364272009
    • AdvisoryCentral Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

  10. Pass79,402 miles (+3,035)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    79,402 miles
    Test number
    904965566608
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure

  11. Fail76,367 miles (+287)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,367 miles
    Test number
    644302455171
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both sides (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing both edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing both edges
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass76,080 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    76,080 miles
    Test number
    269624577699
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  13. Fail76,069 miles (+4,033)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,069 miles
    Test number
    893645902596
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  14. Pass72,036 miles (+15,151)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    72,036 miles
    Test number
    209271435124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,885 miles (-11,315)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    56,885 miles
    Test number
    276843644466
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass68,200 miles (+2,656)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    68,200 miles
    Test number
    198274643147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,544 miles (+4,681)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    65,544 miles
    Test number
    287345632462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass60,863 miles (+5,936)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    60,863 miles
    Test number
    977749031179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    54,927 miles
    Test number
    453848130121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail54,927 miles (+3,598)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,927 miles
    Test number
    401768030155
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass51,329 miles (+5,220)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    51,329 miles
    Test number
    200160949197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,109 miles (+3,907)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    46,109 miles
    Test number
    352544748147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,202 miles (+3,827)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    42,202 miles
    Test number
    792102257142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    38,375 miles
    Test number
    203762726476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T964 CBL

Does T964 CBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T964 CBL expired on 8 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T964 CBL?
The MOT on T964 CBL expired on 8 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T964 CBL done?
T964 CBL was recorded at 103,560 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2025, an average of 3,397 miles a year.
Has T964 CBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T964 CBL has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T964 CBL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 May 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T964 CBL find?
T964 CBL failed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2025 with 16 major defects and 5 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside front headlamp not working on main beam; nearside front inner integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch holed near suspension mount, and 18 more.

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