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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

X23 MGSMOT history

X23 MGS is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 31 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 93,154 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

X23 MGS black Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
93,154 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,678 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X23 MGS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X23 MGS was last recorded at 93,154 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 4,795 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,359 miles · 4 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,795 miles
Average per year
4,678 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,154 miles
  • 2025 – 88,359 miles
  • 2024 – 82,021 miles
  • 2023 – 75,181 miles
  • 2022 – 70,319 miles
  • 2021 – 64,861 miles
  • 2020 – 57,732 miles
  • 2019 – 53,108 miles
  • 2018 – 48,001 miles
  • 2017 – 44,861 miles
  • 2016 – 41,852 miles
  • 2015 – 38,266 miles
  • 2014 – 32,371 miles
  • 2013 – 28,458 miles
  • 2012 – 25,110 miles
  • 2011 – 21,706 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,154 miles

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear Fuel system component leaking

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,154 miles (+4,795)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    93,154 miles
    Test number
    550717284759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass88,359 miles (+6,338)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    88,359 miles
    Test number
    642740219722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass82,021 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    82,021 miles
    Test number
    295247897032
    • 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))

  4. Fail82,021 miles (+6,840)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,021 miles
    Test number
    379327609550
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • 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))

  5. Pass75,181 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    75,181 miles
    Test number
    880623658592
    • 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))

  6. Fail75,179 miles (+4,860)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,179 miles
    Test number
    712223763991
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (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))

  7. Pass70,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    70,319 miles
    Test number
    161058759860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail70,319 miles (+5,458)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,319 miles
    Test number
    474545380994
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass64,861 miles (+7,129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    64,861 miles
    Test number
    542162127356
    • 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))

  10. Pass57,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    57,732 miles
    Test number
    160142693109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail57,732 miles (+4,624)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,732 miles
    Test number
    151168587530
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass53,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    53,108 miles
    Test number
    299339582363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail53,108 miles (+5,107)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,108 miles
    Test number
    251433202903
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass48,001 miles (+3,140)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    48,001 miles
    Test number
    436493140855
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  15. Pass44,861 miles (+3,009)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    44,861 miles
    Test number
    294173803287
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass41,852 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    41,852 miles
    Test number
    701870907111
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges

  17. Fail41,852 miles (+3,586)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,852 miles
    Test number
    803716096635
    • FailureRear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges

  18. Pass38,266 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    38,266 miles
    Test number
    985851685131
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing in tread

  19. Fail38,266 miles (+5,895)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,266 miles
    Test number
    928026875182
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing in tread

  20. Pass32,371 miles (+3,913)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    32,371 miles
    Test number
    219688974422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,458 miles (+3,348)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    28,458 miles
    Test number
    125757253179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,110 miles (+3,404)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    25,110 miles
    Test number
    447544142177
    • NoteO/s/front wiper slight wear

  23. Pass21,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    21,706 miles
    Test number
    295627641420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X23 MGS

Does X23 MGS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X23 MGS is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X23 MGS?
The MOT on X23 MGS is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X23 MGS done?
X23 MGS was recorded at 93,154 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 4,678 miles a year.
Has X23 MGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X23 MGS has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on X23 MGS 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 X23 MGS find?
X23 MGS passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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