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Saab 9-3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,985 cc

VFO 878MOT history

VFO 878 is a red petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 103,902 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Dec 2026
Mileage
103,902 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,002 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VFO 878
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

VFO 878 was last recorded at 103,902 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 7,355 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,547 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,355 miles
Average per year
3,002 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 103,902 miles
  • 2024 – 96,547 miles
  • 2023 – 92,069 miles
  • 2022 – 89,575 miles
  • 2021 – 86,894 miles
  • 2020 – 83,018 miles
  • 2019 – 78,413 miles
  • 2018 – 75,566 miles
  • 2017 – 72,839 miles
  • 2016 – 70,991 miles
  • 2014 – 70,402 miles
  • 2013 – 69,046 miles
  • 2012 – 65,656 miles
  • 2011 – 60,351 miles
  • 2010 – 57,768 miles
  • 2009 – 55,697 miles
  • 2008 – 54,209 miles
  • 2007 – 50,054 miles
  • 2006 – 44,623 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,902 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,902 miles (+7,355)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    103,902 miles
    Test number
    812890450344
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass96,547 miles (+4,478)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    96,547 miles
    Test number
    415290788905
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass92,069 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    92,069 miles
    Test number
    357054811886
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail92,069 miles (+2,494)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,069 miles
    Test number
    752992225117
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced footwell (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass89,575 miles (+2,681)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    89,575 miles
    Test number
    289932211113
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass86,894 miles (+3,876)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    86,894 miles
    Test number
    564699263376
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass83,018 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    83,018 miles
    Test number
    937318595808
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front driver's inner door handle damaged but door still can be still be opened from inside
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail83,018 miles (+4,605)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,018 miles
    Test number
    794106834446
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front driver's inner door handle damaged but door still can be still be opened from inside
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass78,413 miles (+2,847)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,413 miles
    Test number
    374755846773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass75,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    75,566 miles
    Test number
    545750455040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail75,566 miles (+2,727)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,566 miles
    Test number
    617695588968
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  12. Pass72,839 miles (+1,848)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    72,839 miles
    Test number
    826979983018
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both side front (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both side rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush both side front (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass70,991 miles (+589)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    70,991 miles
    Test number
    383096869765
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorting

  14. Pass70,402 miles (+1)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    70,402 miles
    Test number
    449876134303
    • NoteBoth rear tyres deteriorating
    • NoteBulk head flexing when rocking the steering
    • NoteOffside front inner cv boot leaking

  15. Fail70,401 miles (+1,355)3 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,401 miles
    Test number
    768432334370
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres deteriorating
    • NoteBulk head flexing when rocking the steering
    • NoteCondensation build up in offside headlight
    • NoteEngine oil level low
    • NoteOffside front inner cv boot leaking
    • NoteRear screen damaged

  16. Pass69,046 miles (+3,390)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    69,046 miles
    Test number
    649110043396
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteN/S/R and N/S/F Tyres in poor condition
    • NoteStreeing rack some flex on baulk head

  17. Pass65,656 miles (+5,305)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    65,656 miles
    Test number
    917205032304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass60,351 miles (+2,583)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    60,351 miles
    Test number
    936709031352
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBrake fluid level low

  19. Pass57,768 miles (+2,071)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    57,768 miles
    Test number
    950082180157
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass55,697 miles (+1,488)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    55,697 miles
    Test number
    203033759154
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low on inner edges
    • NoteBrake fluid down in resevoir

  21. Pass54,209 miles (+4,155)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    54,209 miles
    Test number
    920704678058
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass50,054 miles (+5,431)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    50,054 miles
    Test number
    841598967010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    44,623 miles
    Test number
    290824076062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about VFO 878

What vehicle is registration VFO 878 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show VFO 878 on a red petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Sept 1999. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does VFO 878 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on VFO 878 is valid until 14 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on VFO 878?
The MOT on VFO 878 is valid until 14 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has VFO 878 done?
VFO 878 was recorded at 103,902 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 3,002 miles a year.
Has VFO 878 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VFO 878 has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on VFO 878 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 VFO 878 find?
VFO 878 passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking.

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