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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,985 cc

V14 GSBMOT history

V14 GSB is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 23 Nov 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 140,388 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Nov 2027
Mileage
140,388 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,100 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V14 GSB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V14 GSB was last recorded at 140,388 miles on 27 Oct 2026, 7,287 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,101 miles · 5 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
7,287 miles
Average per year
5,100 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,388 miles
  • 2025 – 133,101 miles
  • 2024 – 124,620 miles
  • 2023 – 118,621 miles
  • 2022 – 112,396 miles
  • 2021 – 110,204 miles
  • 2020 – 108,718 miles
  • 2019 – 105,530 miles
  • 2018 – 101,141 miles
  • 2017 – 98,716 miles
  • 2016 – 94,592 miles
  • 2015 – 90,766 miles
  • 2014 – 87,039 miles
  • 2013 – 82,157 miles
  • 2012 – 76,982 miles
  • 2011 – 71,637 miles
  • 2010 – 65,875 miles
  • 2009 – 58,959 miles
  • 2008 – 52,638 miles
  • 2007 – 43,436 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,388 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,388 miles (+7,287)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    140,388 miles
    Test number
    262289417443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass133,101 miles (+8,481)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    133,101 miles
    Test number
    771547319549
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass124,620 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    124,620 miles
    Test number
    549501730499
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail124,619 miles (+5,998)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,619 miles
    Test number
    334400911074
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass118,621 miles (+6,225)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    118,621 miles
    Test number
    493027810211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass112,396 miles (+2,192)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    112,396 miles
    Test number
    964976504147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass110,204 miles (+1,486)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    110,204 miles
    Test number
    856787448452
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass108,718 miles (+3,188)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    108,718 miles
    Test number
    810282889808
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning only works one way (7.3 (a))

  9. Pass105,530 miles (+4,389)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    105,530 miles
    Test number
    804939153495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass101,141 miles (+2,425)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    101,141 miles
    Test number
    200950507477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass98,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    98,716 miles
    Test number
    421077558814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail98,716 miles (+4,124)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,716 miles
    Test number
    621422811290
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass94,592 miles (+3,826)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    94,592 miles
    Test number
    747908876381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass90,766 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    90,766 miles
    Test number
    997767452974
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail90,765 miles (+3,726)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,765 miles
    Test number
    997230513380
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass87,039 miles (+4,882)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    87,039 miles
    Test number
    818021824369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass82,157 miles (+5,175)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    82,157 miles
    Test number
    896006323351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass76,982 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    76,982 miles
    Test number
    349127322302
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail76,982 miles (+5,345)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,982 miles
    Test number
    387937122381
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass71,637 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    71,637 miles
    Test number
    435269711491
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail71,637 miles (+5,762)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,637 miles
    Test number
    328149911372
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass65,875 miles (+6,916)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    65,875 miles
    Test number
    621838020312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass58,959 miles (+6,321)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    58,959 miles
    Test number
    844198829377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass52,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    52,638 miles
    Test number
    133132718311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail52,638 miles (+9,202)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,638 miles
    Test number
    172430918331
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on inside edge

  26. Pass43,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    43,436 miles
    Test number
    384276697268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V14 GSB

Does V14 GSB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V14 GSB is valid until 23 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on V14 GSB?
The MOT on V14 GSB is valid until 23 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V14 GSB done?
V14 GSB was recorded at 140,388 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2026, an average of 5,100 miles a year.
Has V14 GSB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V14 GSB has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on V14 GSB 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 V14 GSB find?
V14 GSB passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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