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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

V53 GEBMOT history

V53 GEB is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 96,978 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Feb 2024
Mileage
96,978 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2023
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,710 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V53 GEB
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 expired on 6 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V53 GEB was last recorded at 96,978 miles on 20 Jan 2023, 2,863 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,115 miles · 7 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
2,863 miles
Average per year
3,710 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 96,978 miles
  • 2022 – 94,115 miles
  • 2021 – 92,312 miles
  • 2019 – 89,376 miles
  • 2018 – 87,029 miles
  • 2017 – 84,506 miles
  • 2016 – 80,722 miles
  • 2015 – 78,584 miles
  • 2014 – 74,832 miles
  • 2013 – 70,562 miles
  • 2012 – 67,050 miles
  • 2011 – 63,570 miles
  • 2010 – 60,863 miles
  • 2009 – 54,308 miles
  • 2008 – 47,264 miles
  • 2007 – 38,145 miles
  • 2006 – 34,547 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,978 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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 Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,978 miles (+2,863)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    96,978 miles
    Test number
    166952918960
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass94,115 miles (+1,803)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    94,115 miles
    Test number
    499431685722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass92,312 miles (+2,936)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    92,312 miles
    Test number
    688473369723
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass89,376 miles (+2,347)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    89,376 miles
    Test number
    856780122494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass87,029 miles (+2,523)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    87,029 miles
    Test number
    846559307393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass84,506 miles (+3,784)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    84,506 miles
    Test number
    405947645574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass80,722 miles (+2,138)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2017
    Odometer
    80,722 miles
    Test number
    165387293039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,584 miles (+3,752)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    78,584 miles
    Test number
    939393605177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  9. Pass74,832 miles (+4,270)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    74,832 miles
    Test number
    615270824182
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front tyre perrished and splitting 205/55/16/V
    • NoteSlight seepage of P.A.S. Fluid

  10. Pass70,562 miles (+3,512)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    70,562 miles
    Test number
    787288523165
    • NoteNearside rear flexible brake hose ferrule corroded

  11. Pass67,050 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    67,050 miles
    Test number
    157535612115
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Fail67,050 miles (+3,480)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,050 miles
    Test number
    389585912116
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass63,570 miles (+2,707)8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    63,570 miles
    Test number
    107863821198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteOffside/nearside front tyres cracking
    • NoteOffside/nearside front tyres wearing on inner edge
    • NoteUnable to check outer sills fully due to covers

  14. Pass60,863 miles (+21)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    60,863 miles
    Test number
    423433780013
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail60,842 miles (+6,534)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,842 miles
    Test number
    610958270006
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass54,308 miles (+7,044)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    54,308 miles
    Test number
    163661479094
    • NoteDistrotion to rear tyres tread

  17. Pass47,264 miles (+9,119)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    47,264 miles
    Test number
    122293678097
    • 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)

  18. Pass38,145 miles (+3,598)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    38,145 miles
    Test number
    572750687089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,547 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    34,547 miles
    Test number
    143732186449
    • NoteOff/side steering trackrod end rubber boot is split.

  20. Fail34,547 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,547 miles
    Test number
    190772086035
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • NoteOff/side steering trackrod end rubber boot is split.

Questions about V53 GEB

Does V53 GEB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V53 GEB expired on 6 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V53 GEB?
The MOT on V53 GEB expired on 6 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V53 GEB done?
V53 GEB was recorded at 96,978 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2023, an average of 3,710 miles a year.
Has V53 GEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V53 GEB has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2012.
Has the mileage on V53 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 V53 GEB find?
V53 GEB passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2023 with 5 advisories: nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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