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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,985 cc

W344 SCFMOT history

W344 SCF is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Mar 2000. Its MOT expired on 27 Jun 2024 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 96,512 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jun 2024
Mileage
96,512 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2023
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,173 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W344 SCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

W344 SCF was last recorded at 96,512 miles on 15 Jun 2023, 6,740 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,772 miles · 24 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
6,740 miles
Average per year
4,173 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 96,512 miles
  • 2022 – 89,772 miles
  • 2021 – 82,235 miles
  • 2020 – 78,785 miles
  • 2019 – 77,565 miles
  • 2018 – 76,275 miles
  • 2017 – 72,587 miles
  • 2016 – 67,651 miles
  • 2015 – 64,108 miles
  • 2014 – 63,269 miles
  • 2013 – 62,352 miles
  • 2012 – 60,547 miles
  • 2011 – 60,381 miles
  • 2010 – 58,867 miles
  • 2009 – 53,072 miles
  • 2008 – 44,911 miles
  • 2007 – 38,045 miles
  • 2006 – 31,335 miles
  • 2005 – 23,509 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,512 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (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.

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Heat shield near back box insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 17 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,512 miles (+6,740)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    96,512 miles
    Test number
    518913775813
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass89,772 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    89,772 miles
    Test number
    883188706959
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield near back box insecure

  3. Fail89,772 miles (+7,537)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,772 miles
    Test number
    740463302913
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield near back box insecure

  4. Pass82,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    82,235 miles
    Test number
    463305388099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail82,235 miles (+3,450)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,235 miles
    Test number
    163661783384
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass78,785 miles (+1,220)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    78,785 miles
    Test number
    506622648227
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass77,565 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    77,565 miles
    Test number
    553431827570
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail77,565 miles (+1,290)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,565 miles
    Test number
    583055689739
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass76,275 miles (+3,688)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    76,275 miles
    Test number
    506420457287
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass72,587 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    72,587 miles
    Test number
    309628449575
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking

  11. Fail72,587 miles (+4,936)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,587 miles
    Test number
    325323353568
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking

  12. Pass67,651 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    67,651 miles
    Test number
    780569915495
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim (4.2.A.1a)

  13. Fail67,651 miles (+3,543)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,651 miles
    Test number
    564757391917
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim (4.2.A.1a)

  14. Pass64,108 miles (+839)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    64,108 miles
    Test number
    837789265111
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass63,269 miles (+917)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    63,269 miles
    Test number
    997091074149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,352 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    62,352 miles
    Test number
    925794063131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  17. Fail62,352 miles (+1,805)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,352 miles
    Test number
    189504663141
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  18. Fail60,547 miles2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,547 miles
    Test number
    159595462161
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass60,547 miles (+166)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    60,547 miles
    Test number
    317635562183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass60,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    60,381 miles
    Test number
    927925911340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail60,381 miles (+1,514)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,381 miles
    Test number
    617274011322
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  22. Pass58,867 miles (+5,795)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    58,867 miles
    Test number
    211837420318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail53,072 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,072 miles
    Test number
    100527429367
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass53,072 miles (+8,161)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    53,072 miles
    Test number
    493307029470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass44,911 miles (+6,866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    44,911 miles
    Test number
    331701938344
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass38,045 miles (+6,710)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    38,045 miles
    Test number
    534642067300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass31,335 miles (+7,826)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    31,335 miles
    Test number
    390157356355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass23,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    23,509 miles
    Test number
    462031055406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W344 SCF

Does W344 SCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W344 SCF expired on 27 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W344 SCF?
The MOT on W344 SCF expired on 27 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W344 SCF done?
W344 SCF was recorded at 96,512 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2023, an average of 4,173 miles a year.
Has W344 SCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W344 SCF has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on W344 SCF 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 W344 SCF find?
W344 SCF passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2023 with 4 advisories: engine mounting damaged but not to excess; nearside rear road wheel slightly distorted inner rim; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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