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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

V79 GBFMOT history

V79 GBF is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 25 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 155,995 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
155,995 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,884 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V79 GBF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V79 GBF was last recorded at 155,995 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 12,746 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,249 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
12,746 miles
Average per year
5,884 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,995 miles
  • 2025 – 143,249 miles
  • 2024 – 130,881 miles
  • 2023 – 117,790 miles
  • 2022 – 106,520 miles
  • 2021 – 93,131 miles
  • 2020 – 87,264 miles
  • 2019 – 83,404 miles
  • 2018 – 80,365 miles
  • 2017 – 76,179 miles
  • 2016 – 73,238 miles
  • 2015 – 70,968 miles
  • 2014 – 68,310 miles
  • 2013 – 63,983 miles
  • 2012 – 60,227 miles
  • 2011 – 55,611 miles
  • 2010 – 52,053 miles
  • 2009 – 48,230 miles
  • 2008 – 44,192 miles
  • 2006 – 39,874 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,995 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear exhaust corroding.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint, recomend replace

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass155,995 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    155,995 miles
    Test number
    914446347699
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail155,995 miles (+12,746)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,995 miles
    Test number
    369666318699
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Indicator lens (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass143,249 miles (+982)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    143,249 miles
    Test number
    192237931854
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail142,267 miles (+11,386)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,267 miles
    Test number
    166888010598
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass130,881 miles (+13,091)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    130,881 miles
    Test number
    951223875846
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect offside and nearside (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted restricting full view/inspection of prescribed areas

  6. Pass117,790 miles (+11,270)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    117,790 miles
    Test number
    919113370800
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lower rear of arch corroded to excess but not within 30cm of prescribed areas, recommend further inspection/repair

  7. Pass106,520 miles (+13,389)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    106,520 miles
    Test number
    934711396201
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint steering rack leaking slightly, advise further inspection (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass93,131 miles (+5,867)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    93,131 miles
    Test number
    267352316991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass87,264 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    87,264 miles
    Test number
    983964757398
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroding.

  10. Fail87,264 miles (+3,860)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,264 miles
    Test number
    852957372242
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front and central floor. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroding.

  11. Pass83,404 miles (+3,039)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    83,404 miles
    Test number
    118062115832
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass80,365 miles (+121)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    80,365 miles
    Test number
    824255178026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail80,244 miles (+4,065)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,244 miles
    Test number
    727607224436
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened hub/strut casing where the shock absorber insert threads into (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub/strut casing, advise replace (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass76,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    76,179 miles
    Test number
    602354860808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail76,179 miles (+2,941)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,179 miles
    Test number
    566353424644
    • FailureFront Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor pan 2 areas (5.2.6)

  16. Pass73,238 miles (+38)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    73,238 miles
    Test number
    537102881160
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint, recomend replace (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint incomplete, recomend replace (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened offside and nearside (3.5.1b)

  17. Fail73,200 miles (+2,232)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,200 miles
    Test number
    368810745789
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint, recomend replace (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint incomplete, recomend replace (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened offside and nearside (3.5.1b)

  18. Pass70,968 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    70,968 miles
    Test number
    886522795013
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Fail70,954 miles (+2,644)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,954 miles
    Test number
    297510785046
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  20. Pass68,310 miles (+33)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    68,310 miles
    Test number
    168927864450
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Fail68,277 miles (+4,294)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,277 miles
    Test number
    187549154424
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass63,983 miles (+3,756)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    63,983 miles
    Test number
    166470963017
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFuel cap deteriorated.

  23. Pass60,227 miles (+4,616)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    60,227 miles
    Test number
    235394442044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped and pitted.

  24. Pass55,611 miles (+3,558)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    55,611 miles
    Test number
    755966651088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass52,053 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    52,053 miles
    Test number
    521198550017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Fail52,053 miles (+3,823)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,053 miles
    Test number
    963258450059
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  27. Pass48,230 miles (+4,038)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    48,230 miles
    Test number
    751031069057
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront registration plaete cracked advise replace

  28. Pass44,192 miles (+4,318)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    44,192 miles
    Test number
    984197438081
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside front fog light broken

  29. Pass39,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    39,874 miles
    Test number
    472102466455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V79 GBF

Does V79 GBF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V79 GBF is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V79 GBF?
The MOT on V79 GBF is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V79 GBF done?
V79 GBF was recorded at 155,995 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 5,884 miles a year.
Has V79 GBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V79 GBF has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V79 GBF 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 V79 GBF find?
V79 GBF passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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