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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,985 cc

X452 NWRMOT history

X452 NWR is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 24 Dec 2024 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 134,490 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Dec 2024
Mileage
134,490 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2023
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,262 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X452 NWR
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
30 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X452 NWR was last recorded at 134,490 miles on 22 Dec 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,488 miles · 19 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,262 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 134,490 miles
  • 2022 – 134,150 miles
  • 2021 – 132,451 miles
  • 2020 – 131,019 miles
  • 2019 – 127,107 miles
  • 2018 – 124,664 miles
  • 2017 – 122,703 miles
  • 2016 – 122,111 miles
  • 2015 – 121,429 miles
  • 2014 – 120,540 miles
  • 2013 – 118,859 miles
  • 2012 – 116,277 miles
  • 2011 – 115,044 miles
  • 2010 – 113,304 miles
  • 2009 – 109,777 miles
  • 2008 – 106,448 miles
  • 2007 – 103,130 miles
  • 2006 – 97,496 miles
  • 2005 – 92,626 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,490 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides inner arch to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Wax oil needed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,490 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    134,490 miles
    Test number
    969124193516
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides inner arch to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail134,488 miles (+338)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,488 miles
    Test number
    324311837332
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides inner arch to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass134,150 miles (+1,699)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    134,150 miles
    Test number
    248186347047
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wing in a dry rusty condition
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs back plates corroding

  4. Pass132,451 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    132,451 miles
    Test number
    897675151791
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 rusty (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess cable slight frayed rusty strip all brake slight low on effort n/s/r STRONG ADVISE SERVICE ALL BACK BRAKES (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisorySills floor chassi brake pipes brake hoses all springs sup rubbers all dry rusty clean wax oil grease preventive maintanace does work ADVISORY ONLY

  5. Fail132,451 miles (+1,432)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,451 miles
    Test number
    184508766814
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working SIDE NEW BULB (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 rusty (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess cable slight frayed rusty strip all brake slight low on effort n/s/r STRONG ADVISE SERVICE ALL BACK BRAKES (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisorySills floor chassi brake pipes brake hoses all springs sup rubbers all dry rusty clean wax oil grease preventive maintanace does work ADVISORY ONLY

  6. Pass131,019 miles (+3,912)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    131,019 miles
    Test number
    249475564819
    • AdvisoryFront Steering linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and centre floors (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear floor to sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryWax oil needed

  7. Pass127,107 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    127,107 miles
    Test number
    618808080461
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive look into inner wheel arch has rust strong advise could turn into hole grind back and investigate now BOTH INNER TO OUTER SILLS ALSO LOOK WEAK BEHIND PLASTIC COVER (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair STRIP CHECK ALL REAR BRAKES O/S/R HAND BRAKE GRABBING SNATCHING STRIP CHECK ALL REAR BRAKES NOW (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySILLS FLOOR CHASSI BEHIND ALL SILL COVERS LOOK RUSTY WEAK STRIP CHECK HAS GENERAL METAL FATIGUE THROUGH OUT WAX OIL GREASE ALL SPRINGS CHASSI SILLS

  8. Fail127,107 miles (+2,443)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,107 miles
    Test number
    805454435460
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive look into inner wheel arch has rust strong advise could turn into hole grind back and investigate now BOTH INNER TO OUTER SILLS ALSO LOOK WEAK BEHIND PLASTIC COVER (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair STRIP CHECK ALL REAR BRAKES O/S/R HAND BRAKE GRABBING SNATCHING STRIP CHECK ALL REAR BRAKES NOW (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySILLS FLOOR CHASSI BEHIND ALL SILL COVERS LOOK RUSTY WEAK STRIP CHECK HAS GENERAL METAL FATIGUE THROUGH OUT WAX OIL GREASE ALL SPRINGS CHASSI SILLS

  9. Pass124,664 miles (+1,961)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    124,664 miles
    Test number
    522667347907
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  10. Pass122,703 miles (+592)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    122,703 miles
    Test number
    673400004950
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion chassis drain point across chassis (6.1.B.2)

  11. Pass122,111 miles (+682)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    122,111 miles
    Test number
    338274764112
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth sides floor panels slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryWax oil needed

  12. Pass121,429 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    121,429 miles
    Test number
    435033775106
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSILLS FLOOR CHASSI BRAKE PIPES BRAKE HOSES ARE ALL DRY SALTY REQ WAX OIL GREASE THROUGH OUT PREVENTIVE MAINTANACE DOES WORK NEEDS DOING NOW

  13. Fail121,429 miles (+889)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,429 miles
    Test number
    796163275107
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSILLS FLOOR CHASSI BRAKE PIPES BRAKE HOSES ARE ALL DRY SALTY REQ WAX OIL GREASE THROUGH OUT PREVENTIVE MAINTANACE DOES WORK NEEDS DOING NOW

  14. Pass120,540 miles (+1,681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    120,540 miles
    Test number
    457163464134
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass118,859 miles (+2,582)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    118,859 miles
    Test number
    995271873182
    • NoteEngine management light on

  16. Pass116,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    116,277 miles
    Test number
    277473872498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail116,277 miles (+1,233)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,277 miles
    Test number
    886633772112
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass115,044 miles (+1,740)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    115,044 miles
    Test number
    945424071181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass113,304 miles (+3,527)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    113,304 miles
    Test number
    880224570165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass109,777 miles (+3,329)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    109,777 miles
    Test number
    780053669149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass106,448 miles (+3,318)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    106,448 miles
    Test number
    114382678167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass103,130 miles (+5,634)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    103,130 miles
    Test number
    124766067102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass97,496 miles (+4,870)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    97,496 miles
    Test number
    860582556179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass92,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    92,626 miles
    Test number
    230009665463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X452 NWR

Does X452 NWR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X452 NWR expired on 24 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X452 NWR?
The MOT on X452 NWR expired on 24 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X452 NWR done?
X452 NWR was recorded at 134,490 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2023, an average of 2,262 miles a year.
Has X452 NWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X452 NWR has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on X452 NWR 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 X452 NWR find?
X452 NWR passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2023 with 3 advisories: central rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner chassis; rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides inner arch to floor.

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