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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

V47 GFLMOT history

V47 GFL is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 129,606 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
129,606 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,021 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V47 GFL
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
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V47 GFL was last recorded at 129,606 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 9,392 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,214 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
9,392 miles
Average per year
3,021 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,606 miles
  • 2025 – 120,214 miles
  • 2024 – 117,709 miles
  • 2022 – 117,193 miles
  • 2020 – 117,185 miles
  • 2015 – 113,055 miles
  • 2014 – 110,528 miles
  • 2013 – 109,686 miles
  • 2012 – 107,761 miles
  • 2011 – 104,970 miles
  • 2010 – 101,034 miles
  • 2009 – 98,346 miles
  • 2008 – 93,899 miles
  • 2007 – 89,710 miles
  • 2006 – 78,258 miles
  • 2005 – 67,827 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,606 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 28 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,606 miles (+9,392)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    129,606 miles
    Test number
    630743470998
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass120,214 miles (+97)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    120,214 miles
    Test number
    717166767642
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail120,117 miles (+2,408)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,117 miles
    Test number
    748871233337
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass117,709 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    117,709 miles
    Test number
    345237928889
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  5. Fail117,709 miles (+516)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,709 miles
    Test number
    944519101286
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear lens missing (3.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  6. Pass117,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    117,193 miles
    Test number
    646586715475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail117,193 miles (+8)1 dangerous2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,193 miles
    Test number
    273977984392
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment low effort (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass117,185 miles (+4,130)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    117,185 miles
    Test number
    234511077804
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material central (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Pass113,055 miles (+2,527)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    113,055 miles
    Test number
    531911387273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass110,528 miles (+842)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    110,528 miles
    Test number
    467441504391
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass109,686 miles (+1,925)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    109,686 miles
    Test number
    885565993226
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass107,761 miles (+2,791)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    107,761 miles
    Test number
    337099882254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass104,970 miles (+3,936)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    104,970 miles
    Test number
    767571291223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass101,034 miles (+2,688)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    101,034 miles
    Test number
    224211470247
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass98,346 miles (+4,447)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    98,346 miles
    Test number
    564079679216
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass93,899 miles (+4,189)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    93,899 miles
    Test number
    502514478226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass89,710 miles (+11,452)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    89,710 miles
    Test number
    421797897260
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass78,258 miles (+10,431)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    78,258 miles
    Test number
    211216196205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,827 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    67,827 miles
    Test number
    573881205368
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Questions about V47 GFL

Does V47 GFL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V47 GFL is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V47 GFL?
The MOT on V47 GFL is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V47 GFL done?
V47 GFL was recorded at 129,606 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 3,021 miles a year.
Has V47 GFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V47 GFL has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on V47 GFL 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 V47 GFL find?
V47 GFL passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 2 more.

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