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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,985 cc

X32 BPCMOT history

X32 BPC is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 17 Feb 2001. Its MOT expired on 8 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 86,796 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Jan 2025
Mileage
86,796 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,541 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X32 BPC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

X32 BPC was last recorded at 86,796 miles on 10 Jan 2025, 15,006 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,790 miles · 9 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
15,006 miles
Average per year
2,541 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 86,796 miles
  • 2024 – 71,790 miles
  • 2023 – 68,253 miles
  • 2022 – 63,061 miles
  • 2020 – 62,422 miles
  • 2019 – 61,130 miles
  • 2018 – 60,294 miles
  • 2017 – 57,851 miles
  • 2016 – 55,575 miles
  • 2015 – 53,728 miles
  • 2014 – 51,816 miles
  • 2013 – 50,814 miles
  • 2012 – 50,185 miles
  • 2011 – 49,358 miles
  • 2010 – 48,532 miles
  • 2009 – 47,685 miles
  • 2007 – 47,057 miles
  • 2006 – 44,738 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail86,796 miles
  • MajorAll direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Due to vehicle not being able to be moved under its own power (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to vehicle not being moved under its own power (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust heat shield loose
  • AdvisoryEngine Mil lamp on
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisorySill covers fitted obsuring components
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

What MOT failures 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 Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Mil lamp on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • REV LIGHTS NOT WORKING

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 10 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail86,796 miles (+15,006)12 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,796 miles
    Test number
    529332904184
    • MajorAll direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested Due to vehicle not being able to be moved under its own power (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to vehicle not being moved under its own power (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryEngine Mil lamp on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted obsuring components
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

  2. Pass71,790 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    71,790 miles
    Test number
    210710127964
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  3. Fail71,790 miles (+3,537)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,790 miles
    Test number
    158099572862
    • DangerousExhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryMil lamp on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  4. Pass68,253 miles (+5,192)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    68,253 miles
    Test number
    787612512603
    • AdvisoryMIL Lamp on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryThird brake lamp not connected

  5. Pass63,061 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    63,061 miles
    Test number
    915724090700
    • AdvisoryREV LIGHTS NOT WORKING
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail63,061 miles (+639)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,061 miles
    Test number
    269800193781
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure INSIDE WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced FLOOR (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FRONT EX CLAMP (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryREV LIGHTS NOT WORKING
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass62,422 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    62,422 miles
    Test number
    564077350759
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail62,422 miles (+1,292)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,422 miles
    Test number
    559324155030
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass61,130 miles (+836)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    61,130 miles
    Test number
    975501077230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    60,294 miles
    Test number
    366613757503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail60,294 miles (+2,443)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,294 miles
    Test number
    140887348441
    • Repaired at testCentral Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  12. Pass57,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    57,851 miles
    Test number
    198005252028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail57,851 miles (+2,276)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,851 miles
    Test number
    337161276574
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass55,575 miles (+1,847)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    55,575 miles
    Test number
    665503088258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    53,728 miles
    Test number
    516603485064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail53,728 miles (+1,912)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,728 miles
    Test number
    168013485064
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

  17. Pass51,816 miles (+1,002)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    51,816 miles
    Test number
    889771274038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,814 miles (+629)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    50,814 miles
    Test number
    145457973098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,185 miles (+827)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    50,185 miles
    Test number
    199989462007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,358 miles (+826)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    49,358 miles
    Test number
    196971431427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,532 miles (+847)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    48,532 miles
    Test number
    571742430036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,685 miles (+628)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    47,685 miles
    Test number
    812552919011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,057 miles (+2,319)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    47,057 miles
    Test number
    431312757380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,738 miles (+6,224)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    44,738 miles
    Test number
    774744256321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,514 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    38,514 miles
    Test number
    671830216031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X32 BPC

Does X32 BPC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X32 BPC expired on 8 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X32 BPC?
The MOT on X32 BPC expired on 8 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X32 BPC done?
X32 BPC was recorded at 86,796 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2025, an average of 2,541 miles a year.
Has X32 BPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X32 BPC has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on X32 BPC 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 X32 BPC find?
X32 BPC failed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2025 with 12 major defects and 9 advisories: all direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp; brake performance unable to be tested due to vehicle not being able to be moved under its own power; central exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases, and 18 more.

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