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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

V696 EFSMOT history

V696 EFS is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 25 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Oct 2024 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 61,998 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Oct 2024
Mileage
61,998 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2023
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,846 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V696 EFS
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
25 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V696 EFS was last recorded at 61,998 miles on 5 Oct 2023, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,985 miles · 23 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
1,846 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 61,998 miles
  • 2022 – 61,985 miles
  • 2021 – 61,952 miles
  • 2020 – 61,668 miles
  • 2019 – 60,866 miles
  • 2018 – 60,449 miles
  • 2017 – 59,980 miles
  • 2016 – 59,506 miles
  • 2015 – 56,440 miles
  • 2014 – 54,193 miles
  • 2013 – 52,145 miles
  • 2012 – 49,738 miles
  • 2011 – 45,341 miles
  • 2009 – 40,162 miles
  • 2008 – 36,875 miles
  • 2007 – 33,509 miles
  • 2006 – 30,503 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,998 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Obligatory mirror slightly loose At mirror casing

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,998 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    61,998 miles
    Test number
    946320029780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail61,998 miles (+13)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,998 miles
    Test number
    819764238460
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength bottom of inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass61,985 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    61,985 miles
    Test number
    492692225405
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose At mirror casing (3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail61,984 miles (+32)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,984 miles
    Test number
    343860115630
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose At mirror casing (3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass61,952 miles (+284)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    61,952 miles
    Test number
    622557139695
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light inoperative.

  6. Pass61,668 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    61,668 miles
    Test number
    502334073368
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light inoperative.

  7. Fail61,668 miles (+802)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,668 miles
    Test number
    518605346404
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb incorrectly seated. (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable damaged Cable broken. (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light inoperative.

  8. Pass60,866 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    60,866 miles
    Test number
    972608731164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear reverse light inop

  9. Fail60,865 miles (+416)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,865 miles
    Test number
    371289962900
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at three clamps (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear reverse light inop

  10. Pass60,449 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    60,449 miles
    Test number
    207432029423
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail60,448 miles (+468)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,448 miles
    Test number
    472842481163
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak full system (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear & both front brake flex hose ferrules corroded.

  12. Pass59,980 miles (+12)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    59,980 miles
    Test number
    227591585891
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at floor (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at floor (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust full system heavily corroded

  13. Fail59,968 miles (+462)2 dangerous10 failures16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,968 miles
    Test number
    910231730442
    • Dangerous2nd stage bonnet catch seized
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded along inside arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded along inside arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at floor (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at floor (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust full system heavily corroded

  14. Pass59,506 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    59,506 miles
    Test number
    649027159535
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded.
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail59,503 miles (+3,063)7 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,503 miles
    Test number
    909571203848
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFuel hose insecure main fuel filler & breather (7.2.1)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe inadequately clipped front to rear (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement parking brake (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded.
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure.
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail56,440 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,440 miles
    Test number
    188382075471
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass56,440 miles (+2,247)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    56,440 miles
    Test number
    196112075011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail54,193 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,193 miles
    Test number
    346917274030
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass54,193 miles (+2,048)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    54,193 miles
    Test number
    575247374026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,145 miles (+2,407)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    52,145 miles
    Test number
    665257863011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,738 miles (+4,397)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    49,738 miles
    Test number
    819266252023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    45,341 miles
    Test number
    195765811409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail45,341 miles (+5,179)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,341 miles
    Test number
    207682111000
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Fail40,162 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,162 miles
    Test number
    432220939479
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass40,162 miles (+3,287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    40,162 miles
    Test number
    454080039481
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass36,875 miles (+3,366)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    36,875 miles
    Test number
    402683368200
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass33,509 miles (+3,006)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    33,509 miles
    Test number
    361831467452
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly distorted.

  28. Pass30,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    30,503 miles
    Test number
    502766856201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V696 EFS

Does V696 EFS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V696 EFS expired on 4 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V696 EFS?
The MOT on V696 EFS expired on 4 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V696 EFS done?
V696 EFS was recorded at 61,998 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2023, an average of 1,846 miles a year.
Has V696 EFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V696 EFS has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on V696 EFS 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 V696 EFS find?
V696 EFS passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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