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Saab 9-3

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

V7 TCMMOT history

V7 TCM is a silver diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 20 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 204,274 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

V7 TCM silver Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Nov 2027
Mileage
204,274 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
12,276 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 TCM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 TCM was last recorded at 204,274 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 7,598 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,676 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7,598 miles
Average per year
12,276 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 204,274 miles
  • 2025 – 196,676 miles
  • 2024 – 188,384 miles
  • 2023 – 178,611 miles
  • 2022 – 168,486 miles
  • 2021 – 157,477 miles
  • 2020 – 147,892 miles
  • 2019 – 131,365 miles
  • 2018 – 114,708 miles
  • 2017 – 98,475 miles
  • 2016 – 79,313 miles
  • 2015 – 63,368 miles
  • 2014 – 44,576 miles
  • 2013 – 25,166 miles
  • 2012 – 21,564 miles
  • 2011 – 15,955 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,274 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Stepping on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Lower under tray and top covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 17 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,274 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    204,274 miles
    Test number
    317891364455
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail204,274 miles (+7,598)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,274 miles
    Test number
    470005936077
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass196,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    196,676 miles
    Test number
    839944933057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail196,676 miles (+8,292)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,676 miles
    Test number
    217663408175
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass188,384 miles (+9,773)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    188,384 miles
    Test number
    999884725049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass178,611 miles (+10,125)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    178,611 miles
    Test number
    315317550897
    • 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))

  7. Pass168,486 miles (+11,009)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    168,486 miles
    Test number
    175865473260
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass157,477 miles (+45)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    157,477 miles
    Test number
    584409851417
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Stepping on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail157,432 miles (+9,540)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,432 miles
    Test number
    964238569743
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Stepping on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass147,892 miles (+16,527)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    147,892 miles
    Test number
    676503444458
    • AdvisoryN/S TOP BEARING SLIGHT PLAY

  11. Pass131,365 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    131,365 miles
    Test number
    512331106163
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail131,364 miles (+16,656)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,364 miles
    Test number
    830522887889
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted spring missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass114,708 miles (+197)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    114,708 miles
    Test number
    155569926972
    • AdvisoryLower under tray and top covers fitted

  14. Fail114,511 miles (+16,036)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,511 miles
    Test number
    246351811294
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split on drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split on drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryLower under tray and top covers fitted

  15. Pass98,475 miles (+19,162)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    98,475 miles
    Test number
    519084409734
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass79,313 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    79,313 miles
    Test number
    852408017540
    • AdvisoryLower undetray @ top covers fitted

  17. Fail79,313 miles (+15,945)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,313 miles
    Test number
    637074104338
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryLower undetray @ top covers fitted

  18. Pass63,368 miles (+18,792)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    63,368 miles
    Test number
    658486985050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,576 miles (+19,410)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    44,576 miles
    Test number
    417086584030
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outter edge

  20. Pass25,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    25,166 miles
    Test number
    487700683052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail25,153 miles (+3,589)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,153 miles
    Test number
    849390883053
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)

  22. Pass21,564 miles (+5,609)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    21,564 miles
    Test number
    689624162143
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass15,955 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    15,955 miles
    Test number
    267868061408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V7 TCM

Does V7 TCM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V7 TCM is valid until 1 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on V7 TCM?
The MOT on V7 TCM is valid until 1 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V7 TCM done?
V7 TCM was recorded at 204,274 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 12,276 miles a year.
Has V7 TCM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 TCM has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V7 TCM 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 V7 TCM find?
V7 TCM passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge.

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