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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

V655 EBLMOT history

V655 EBL is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 29 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Sept 2024 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 135,279 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Sept 2024
Mileage
135,279 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,798 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V655 EBL
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
29 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

V655 EBL was last recorded at 135,279 miles on 17 Sept 2024, 2,207 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,072 miles · 29 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
2,207 miles
Average per year
4,798 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 135,279 miles
  • 2023 – 133,072 miles
  • 2022 – 130,432 miles
  • 2021 – 128,217 miles
  • 2020 – 126,829 miles
  • 2019 – 123,711 miles
  • 2018 – 118,889 miles
  • 2017 – 114,860 miles
  • 2016 – 110,010 miles
  • 2015 – 104,354 miles
  • 2014 – 99,572 miles
  • 2013 – 92,146 miles
  • 2012 – 85,616 miles
  • 2011 – 80,346 miles
  • 2010 – 74,279 miles
  • 2009 – 68,966 miles
  • 2008 – 63,019 miles
  • 2007 – 58,419 miles
  • 2006 – 51,733 miles
  • 2005 – 44,061 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail135,279 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front Of Wheel Arch/Inner Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating Both Rears (1.2.1 (e))
  • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Lower Arm Centre Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both Front Shock Absorber Legs Are Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Next To Fuel Tank (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front Of Wheel Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill Area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Box Is Corroded And Has Minor Leak Of GasesRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both Rears Corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

What MOT failures 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 Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both Shock Absorber Legs Are Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both Inner Sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail135,279 miles (+2,207)2 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,279 miles
    Test number
    935916979624
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front Of Wheel Arch/Inner Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating Both Rears (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Lower Arm Centre Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both Front Shock Absorber Legs Are Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Next To Fuel Tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front Of Wheel Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill Area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Box Is Corroded And Has Minor Leak Of Gases
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both Rears Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass133,072 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    133,072 miles
    Test number
    934559415018
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both Shock Absorber Legs Are Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Next To Fuel Tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Box Is Corroded And Has Minor Leak Of Gases
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both Rears Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both Inner Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail133,071 miles (+2,639)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,071 miles
    Test number
    705616572560
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shock Absorber Top Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Wheel Arch Behind Fuel Pipes (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both Shock Absorber Legs Are Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Next To Fuel Tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Box Is Corroded And Has Minor Leak Of Gases
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both Rears Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both Inner Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass130,432 miles (+2,215)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    130,432 miles
    Test number
    654582265029
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both Front Upper Shock Absorber Legs Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock Absorber Top Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel Arch Behind Fuel Pipes (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Box Corroded And Has A Slight Leak Of Gases

  5. Pass128,217 miles (+1,388)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    128,217 miles
    Test number
    407165144235
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  6. Pass126,829 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    126,829 miles
    Test number
    752321586485
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both fronts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box rusted

  7. Fail126,829 miles (+3,118)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,829 miles
    Test number
    228512630854
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both fronts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box rusted

  8. Pass123,711 miles (+4,822)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    123,711 miles
    Test number
    782979565657
    • AdvisoryBoth front strutts rusting
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box detererating

  9. Pass118,889 miles (+4,029)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    118,889 miles
    Test number
    393988461803
    • 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 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded

  10. Pass114,860 miles (+4,850)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    114,860 miles
    Test number
    675105923336
    • AdvisoryAll tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both fronts (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOuter skin on rear box rusted

  11. Pass110,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    110,010 miles
    Test number
    133704184027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail110,010 miles (+5,656)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,010 miles
    Test number
    716723042402
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  13. Pass104,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    104,354 miles
    Test number
    696383650680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail104,354 miles (+4,782)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,354 miles
    Test number
    734178558903
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass99,572 miles (+7,426)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    99,572 miles
    Test number
    256477964255
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass92,146 miles (+6,530)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    92,146 miles
    Test number
    557383153233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass85,616 miles (+5,270)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    85,616 miles
    Test number
    828967342249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass80,346 miles (+140)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    80,346 miles
    Test number
    198184561292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail80,206 miles (+355)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,206 miles
    Test number
    666009551792
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteThis is the result of a Quality Check carried out by a VOSA Examiner.

  20. Fail79,851 miles (+5,572)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,851 miles
    Test number
    209463441223
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  21. Pass74,279 miles (+5,313)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    74,279 miles
    Test number
    771403650203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass68,966 miles (+5,947)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    68,966 miles
    Test number
    404622459295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass63,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    63,019 miles
    Test number
    431077548234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail63,019 miles (+4,600)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,019 miles
    Test number
    671467548264
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass58,419 miles (+6,686)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    58,419 miles
    Test number
    942692967284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass51,733 miles (+7,672)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    51,733 miles
    Test number
    313085856443
    • AdvisoryOffside Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  27. Pass44,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    44,061 miles
    Test number
    411996255264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V655 EBL

Does V655 EBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V655 EBL expired on 29 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V655 EBL?
The MOT on V655 EBL expired on 29 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V655 EBL done?
V655 EBL was recorded at 135,279 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2024, an average of 4,798 miles a year.
Has V655 EBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V655 EBL has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on V655 EBL 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 V655 EBL find?
V655 EBL failed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2024 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 14 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front of wheel arch/inner sill; rear service brake excessively fluctuating both rears; offside front tyre obviously under inflated, and 14 more.

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