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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T972 AGJMOT history

T972 AGJ is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 24 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 73,482 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Nov 2026
Mileage
73,482 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,228 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T972 AGJ
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
24 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T972 AGJ was last recorded at 73,482 miles on 20 Oct 2025, 60 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Nov 2022: 71,561 miles, lower than 71,591 miles on 24 Oct 2022.

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
73,422 miles · 8 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
60 miles
Average per year
2,228 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 73,482 miles
  • 2024 – 72,678 miles
  • 2023 – 72,145 miles
  • 2022 – 71,561 miles
  • 2021 – 70,647 miles
  • 2020 – 69,136 miles
  • 2019 – 68,246 miles
  • 2018 – 67,176 miles
  • 2017 – 65,447 miles
  • 2016 – 62,743 miles
  • 2015 – 62,013 miles
  • 2014 – 61,423 miles
  • 2013 – 60,205 miles
  • 2012 – 59,079 miles
  • 2011 – 57,871 miles
  • 2010 – 56,963 miles
  • 2009 – 53,569 miles
  • 2008 – 51,089 miles
  • 2007 – 47,378 miles
  • 2006 – 40,181 miles
  • 2005 – 28,639 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,482 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,482 miles (+60)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    73,482 miles
    Test number
    777396790726
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail73,422 miles (+744)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,422 miles
    Test number
    121027914166
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass72,678 miles (+533)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    72,678 miles
    Test number
    897303398855
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass72,145 miles (+584)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    72,145 miles
    Test number
    421199985729
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass71,561 miles (-30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    71,561 miles
    Test number
    640293989710
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail71,591 miles (+944)3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,591 miles
    Test number
    531076816742
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes painted (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass70,647 miles (+1,511)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    70,647 miles
    Test number
    918463100635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass69,136 miles (+890)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    69,136 miles
    Test number
    527316385293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,246 miles (+1,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,246 miles
    Test number
    261423025720
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Pass67,176 miles (+1,729)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    67,176 miles
    Test number
    684176029951
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass65,447 miles (+2,704)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    65,447 miles
    Test number
    562283513412
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  12. Pass62,743 miles (+730)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    62,743 miles
    Test number
    187895728883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,013 miles (+590)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    62,013 miles
    Test number
    206170644479
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  14. Pass61,423 miles (+1,218)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    61,423 miles
    Test number
    647129804375
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
  15. Pass60,205 miles (+1,126)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    60,205 miles
    Test number
    395323383438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,079 miles (+1,208)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    59,079 miles
    Test number
    375288492440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,871 miles (+908)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    57,871 miles
    Test number
    495038191222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail56,963 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,963 miles
    Test number
    660014660227
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  19. Pass56,963 miles (+3,394)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    56,963 miles
    Test number
    664854560280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,569 miles (+2,480)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    53,569 miles
    Test number
    400441669260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    51,089 miles
    Test number
    520500378242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail51,089 miles (+3,711)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,089 miles
    Test number
    981720578272
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  23. Pass47,378 miles (+7,197)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    47,378 miles
    Test number
    403588347273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,181 miles (+11,542)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    40,181 miles
    Test number
    772505646264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  25. Pass28,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    28,639 miles
    Test number
    342168045212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T972 AGJ

Does T972 AGJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T972 AGJ is valid until 9 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T972 AGJ?
The MOT on T972 AGJ is valid until 9 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T972 AGJ done?
T972 AGJ was recorded at 73,482 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2025, an average of 2,228 miles a year.
Has T972 AGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T972 AGJ has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T972 AGJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Nov 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T972 AGJ find?
T972 AGJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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