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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

T996 SFLMOT history

T996 SFL is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 25 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Nov 2024 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 148,188 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Nov 2024
Mileage
148,188 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2023
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,243 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T996 SFL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T996 SFL was last recorded at 148,188 miles on 14 Nov 2023, 5,533 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,655 miles · 16 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
5,533 miles
Average per year
4,243 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 148,188 miles
  • 2022 – 142,655 miles
  • 2021 – 137,137 miles
  • 2020 – 135,809 miles
  • 2019 – 130,323 miles
  • 2018 – 127,936 miles
  • 2017 – 124,436 miles
  • 2016 – 120,680 miles
  • 2015 – 117,802 miles
  • 2014 – 113,759 miles
  • 2013 – 109,195 miles
  • 2012 – 103,669 miles
  • 2011 – 99,522 miles
  • 2010 – 95,173 miles
  • 2009 – 89,739 miles
  • 2008 – 85,537 miles
  • 2007 – 81,074 miles
  • 2006 – 77,924 miles
  • 2005 – 69,589 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,188 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Oil leak

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2014

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

32 tests since 6 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,188 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    148,188 miles
    Test number
    960897379860
    • 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))

  2. Fail148,842 miles (+6,187)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,842 miles
    Test number
    290318860069
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed major exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced to bright (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced to bright (4.2.3 (a) (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))

  3. Pass142,655 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    142,655 miles
    Test number
    962771108472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass142,570 miles (+2,655)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    142,570 miles
    Test number
    460303310435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass139,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    139,915 miles
    Test number
    735728150497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail139,915 miles (+2,778)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,915 miles
    Test number
    815379319109
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass137,137 miles (+1,328)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    137,137 miles
    Test number
    463281391483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass135,809 miles (+5,486)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    135,809 miles
    Test number
    999111458982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass130,323 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    130,323 miles
    Test number
    868770430621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail130,320 miles (+2,384)10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,320 miles
    Test number
    180377459572
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure mount missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass127,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    127,936 miles
    Test number
    575667056249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail127,936 miles (+3,500)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,936 miles
    Test number
    771305774872
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  13. Pass124,436 miles (+3,756)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    124,436 miles
    Test number
    740322126537
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass120,680 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    120,680 miles
    Test number
    699262973029
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust leak

  15. Fail120,680 miles (+2,878)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,680 miles
    Test number
    974596689869
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust leak

  16. Pass117,802 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    117,802 miles
    Test number
    767060875088
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail117,802 miles (+4,043)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,802 miles
    Test number
    906160575021
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass113,759 miles (+4)1 dangerous3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    113,759 miles
    Test number
    199680604199
    • DangerousOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteAdvice power steering fluid leak
    • NoteO/s/f wing mirror badly cracked

  19. Fail113,755 miles (+4,560)1 dangerous3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,755 miles
    Test number
    368034694016
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteAdvice power steering fluid leak
    • NoteO/s/f wing mirror badly cracked

  20. Fail109,195 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,195 miles
    Test number
    198498893001
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWiper blade's split

  21. Pass109,195 miles (+5,526)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    109,195 miles
    Test number
    286528393075
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWiper blade's split

  22. Pass103,669 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    103,669 miles
    Test number
    508686112146
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail103,664 miles (+4,142)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,664 miles
    Test number
    205036912400
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass99,522 miles (+4,349)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    99,522 miles
    Test number
    838741591011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail95,173 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,173 miles
    Test number
    102262910106
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  26. Pass95,173 miles (+5,434)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    95,173 miles
    Test number
    961192210173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass89,739 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    89,739 miles
    Test number
    354184819155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail89,720 miles (+4,183)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,720 miles
    Test number
    252401019400
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  29. Pass85,537 miles (+4,463)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    85,537 miles
    Test number
    250627608460
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass81,074 miles (+3,150)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    81,074 miles
    Test number
    891691907127
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass77,924 miles (+8,335)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    77,924 miles
    Test number
    923023026184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass69,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2006
    Odometer
    69,589 miles
    Test number
    572186725186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T996 SFL

Does T996 SFL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T996 SFL expired on 15 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T996 SFL?
The MOT on T996 SFL expired on 15 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T996 SFL done?
T996 SFL was recorded at 148,188 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2023, an average of 4,243 miles a year.
Has T996 SFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T996 SFL has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T996 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 T996 SFL find?
T996 SFL passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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