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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,998 cc

V19 DESMOT history

V19 DES is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 13 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 26 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 107,989 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

V19 DES black Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Saab 9-3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Sept 2027
Mileage
107,989 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,018 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V19 DES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
13 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V19 DES was last recorded at 107,989 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 7,144 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,845 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,144 miles
Average per year
6,018 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,989 miles
  • 2025 – 100,845 miles
  • 2024 – 93,018 miles
  • 2023 – 84,920 miles
  • 2022 – 77,714 miles
  • 2021 – 70,250 miles
  • 2020 – 63,862 miles
  • 2019 – 58,250 miles
  • 2018 – 47,334 miles
  • 2017 – 39,280 miles
  • 2016 – 35,621 miles
  • 2015 – 31,615 miles
  • 2014 – 25,513 miles
  • 2013 – 21,872 miles
  • 2012 – 17,974 miles
  • 2011 – 14,029 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,989 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,989 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    107,989 miles
    Test number
    753021453211
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail107,989 miles (+7,144)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,989 miles
    Test number
    124719012382
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass100,845 miles (+7,827)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    100,845 miles
    Test number
    882832367151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge border line (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box to pipe (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Pass93,018 miles (+8,098)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    93,018 miles
    Test number
    670642686474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass84,920 miles (+7,206)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    84,920 miles
    Test number
    782756444485
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass77,714 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    77,714 miles
    Test number
    911797627915
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail77,714 miles (+7,464)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,714 miles
    Test number
    411652135307
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass70,250 miles (+6,388)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    70,250 miles
    Test number
    285003006776
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass63,862 miles (+5,612)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    63,862 miles
    Test number
    396003026854
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass58,250 miles (+10,916)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    58,250 miles
    Test number
    168037706574
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
  11. Pass47,334 miles (+3,106)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    47,334 miles
    Test number
    641544752925
    • Advisory#~
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some testable components.
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of sills.
  12. Pass44,228 miles (+4,948)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    44,228 miles
    Test number
    493367355708
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted , not allowing a full inspection
  13. Pass39,280 miles (+3,659)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    39,280 miles
    Test number
    884477586423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,621 miles (+4,006)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    35,621 miles
    Test number
    680009753420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,615 miles (+6,102)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    31,615 miles
    Test number
    155925035490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,513 miles (+3,641)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    25,513 miles
    Test number
    126200924064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,872 miles (+3,898)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    21,872 miles
    Test number
    516909023034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail17,974 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,974 miles
    Test number
    139761132425
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
  19. Pass17,974 miles (+3,945)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    17,974 miles
    Test number
    329641332061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass14,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    14,029 miles
    Test number
    238760741068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V19 DES

Does V19 DES currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V19 DES is valid until 26 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V19 DES?
The MOT on V19 DES is valid until 26 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V19 DES done?
V19 DES was recorded at 107,989 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 6,018 miles a year.
Has V19 DES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V19 DES has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V19 DES 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 V19 DES find?
V19 DES passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm.

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