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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,171 cc

V42 GEBMOT history

V42 GEB is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 27 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Jul 2024 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 146,451 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jul 2024
Mileage
146,451 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2023
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,282 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V42 GEB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V42 GEB was last recorded at 146,451 miles on 14 Jul 2023, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,446 miles · 3 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
5,282 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 146,451 miles
  • 2022 – 139,840 miles
  • 2021 – 127,590 miles
  • 2020 – 120,329 miles
  • 2019 – 111,978 miles
  • 2018 – 103,934 miles
  • 2017 – 98,423 miles
  • 2016 – 95,100 miles
  • 2015 – 92,897 miles
  • 2014 – 90,708 miles
  • 2013 – 89,070 miles
  • 2012 – 86,250 miles
  • 2011 – 84,460 miles
  • 2010 – 81,372 miles
  • 2009 – 76,065 miles
  • 2008 – 70,780 miles
  • 2007 – 65,236 miles
  • 2006 – 58,540 miles
  • 2005 – 52,299 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,451 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front and rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened on limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened on limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front bulk head movement suspect cracking (covered)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 15 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,451 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    146,451 miles
    Test number
    176717087781
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail146,446 miles (+6,606)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,446 miles
    Test number
    144040977673
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass139,840 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    139,840 miles
    Test number
    959426943177
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor/jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail139,840 miles (+12,250)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,840 miles
    Test number
    296459827808
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor/jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass127,590 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    127,590 miles
    Test number
    694449286796
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail127,590 miles (+7,261)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,590 miles
    Test number
    348425391634
    • MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass120,329 miles (+8,351)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    120,329 miles
    Test number
    471480160535
    • AdvisoryFront both jacking points slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front and rear drain holes slightly corroded

  8. Pass111,978 miles (+8,044)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    111,978 miles
    Test number
    323609906224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass103,934 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    103,934 miles
    Test number
    275498651018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened on limit (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened on limit (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bulk head movement suspect cracking (covered)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers over testable items
    • AdvisorySteering wheel surround insecure on limit

  10. Fail103,934 miles (+5,511)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,934 miles
    Test number
    271135835454
    • MajorFuel hose insecure filler neck pipe clip missing (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords corded showing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened on limit (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened on limit (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges on very limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bulk head movement suspect cracking (covered)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers over testable items
    • AdvisorySteering wheel surround insecure on limit

  11. Pass98,423 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    98,423 miles
    Test number
    898390363607
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Fail98,420 miles (+3,320)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,420 miles
    Test number
    449081217031
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded X3 (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass95,100 miles (+2,203)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    95,100 miles
    Test number
    146673883927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass92,897 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    92,897 miles
    Test number
    435133635243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail92,893 miles (+2,185)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,893 miles
    Test number
    907551835276
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass90,708 miles (+1,638)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    90,708 miles
    Test number
    717030334280
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass89,070 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    89,070 miles
    Test number
    659499843247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteTailgate damaged

  18. Fail89,070 miles (+2,820)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,070 miles
    Test number
    886659443241
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteTailgate damaged

  19. Pass86,250 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    86,250 miles
    Test number
    736728242270
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail86,246 miles (+1,786)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,246 miles
    Test number
    216277842225
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass84,460 miles (+3,088)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    84,460 miles
    Test number
    515553651279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  22. Pass81,372 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    81,372 miles
    Test number
    321359130423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail81,370 miles (+5,305)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,370 miles
    Test number
    531648230275
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass76,065 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    76,065 miles
    Test number
    864726149269
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAdvise that both front service brakes are slightly stiff
    • NoteAdvise that the rear registration plate has deteriorated

  25. Fail76,065 miles (+5,285)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,065 miles
    Test number
    570215549279
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAdvise that both front service brakes are slightly stiff
    • NoteAdvise that the rear registration plate has deteriorated

  26. Pass70,780 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    70,780 miles
    Test number
    540171048271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail70,780 miles (+5,544)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,780 miles
    Test number
    632591248246
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass65,236 miles (+6,696)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    65,236 miles
    Test number
    362257857209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass58,540 miles (+6,241)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    58,540 miles
    Test number
    701840356233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass52,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    52,299 miles
    Test number
    620888355227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V42 GEB

Does V42 GEB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V42 GEB expired on 19 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V42 GEB?
The MOT on V42 GEB expired on 19 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V42 GEB done?
V42 GEB was recorded at 146,451 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2023, an average of 5,282 miles a year.
Has V42 GEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V42 GEB has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on V42 GEB 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 V42 GEB find?
V42 GEB passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2023 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear.

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