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Saab 9-3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

V688 EAEMOT history

V688 EAE is a red petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 132,712 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Apr 2027
Mileage
132,712 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,448 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V688 EAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V688 EAE was last recorded at 132,712 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 25 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,687 miles · 14 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
25 miles
Average per year
4,448 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,712 miles
  • 2025 – 132,687 miles
  • 2024 – 132,657 miles
  • 2023 – 132,495 miles
  • 2022 – 131,280 miles
  • 2021 – 129,268 miles
  • 2020 – 128,174 miles
  • 2019 – 124,766 miles
  • 2018 – 119,480 miles
  • 2017 – 110,833 miles
  • 2016 – 104,377 miles
  • 2015 – 97,871 miles
  • 2014 – 91,357 miles
  • 2013 – 84,293 miles
  • 2012 – 78,067 miles
  • 2011 – 73,281 miles
  • 2010 – 64,418 miles
  • 2009 – 61,282 miles
  • 2008 – 55,859 miles
  • 2007 – 50,422 miles
  • 2006 – 45,770 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,712 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 12 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,712 miles (+25)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    132,712 miles
    Test number
    560630686084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass132,687 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    132,687 miles
    Test number
    802891513023
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail132,687 miles (+30)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,687 miles
    Test number
    153668674606
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass132,657 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    132,657 miles
    Test number
    927478666760
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Fail132,657 miles (+162)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,657 miles
    Test number
    569929522780
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement centre (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Pass132,495 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    132,495 miles
    Test number
    774404621892
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Fail132,495 miles (+1,215)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,495 miles
    Test number
    169943898308
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass131,280 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    131,280 miles
    Test number
    227926402239
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  9. Fail131,280 miles (+2,012)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,280 miles
    Test number
    350075118156
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  10. Pass129,268 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    129,268 miles
    Test number
    699799596759
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner arch panel corrosion and deteriation
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail129,268 miles (+1,094)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,268 miles
    Test number
    995975725943
    • MajorFront Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner arch panel corrosion and deteriation
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner arch corrosion and slight deteriation
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass128,174 miles (+3,408)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    128,174 miles
    Test number
    922647189718
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass124,766 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    124,766 miles
    Test number
    470081353065
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in nearside rear wheel arch

  14. Fail124,766 miles (+5,286)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,766 miles
    Test number
    872891213324
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in nearside rear wheel arch

  15. Pass119,480 miles (+8,647)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    119,480 miles
    Test number
    338461376337
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass110,833 miles (+6,456)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    110,833 miles
    Test number
    638932662355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass104,377 miles (+6,506)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    104,377 miles
    Test number
    764191846651
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

  18. Pass97,871 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    97,871 miles
    Test number
    537732375024
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on edges
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on edges

  19. Fail97,871 miles (+6,514)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,871 miles
    Test number
    907962775037
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on edges
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on edges

  20. Pass91,357 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    91,357 miles
    Test number
    898791304139
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Fail91,357 miles (+7,064)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,357 miles
    Test number
    939851404115
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass84,293 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    84,293 miles
    Test number
    389796383062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front drive shaft support bearing slightly worn (2.5.C.2c)

  23. Fail84,290 miles (+6,223)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,290 miles
    Test number
    306496483003
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is fractured (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front drive shaft support bearing slightly worn (2.5.C.2c)

  24. Pass78,067 miles (+4,786)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    78,067 miles
    Test number
    796312902142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  25. Pass73,281 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    73,281 miles
    Test number
    245642901166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  26. Fail73,277 miles (+8,859)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,277 miles
    Test number
    457231801153
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  27. Pass64,418 miles (+3,136)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    64,418 miles
    Test number
    730046870090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass61,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    61,282 miles
    Test number
    530585119298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail61,282 miles (+5,423)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,282 miles
    Test number
    482985419271
    • FailureFront Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  30. Pass55,859 miles (+5,437)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    55,859 miles
    Test number
    301364828490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass50,422 miles (+4,652)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    50,422 miles
    Test number
    542973947273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass45,770 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    45,770 miles
    Test number
    204485156278
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about V688 EAE

Does V688 EAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V688 EAE is valid until 18 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V688 EAE?
The MOT on V688 EAE is valid until 18 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V688 EAE done?
V688 EAE was recorded at 132,712 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 4,448 miles a year.
Has V688 EAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V688 EAE has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on V688 EAE 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 V688 EAE find?
V688 EAE passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; offside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive.

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