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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,985 cc

X47 EEVMOT history

X47 EEV is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 9 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 135,055 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Dec 2026
Mileage
135,055 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,075 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X47 EEV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
30 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X47 EEV was last recorded at 135,055 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 2,161 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Dec 2012: 109,244 miles, lower than 109,889 miles on 4 Dec 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
132,894 miles · 22 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
2,161 miles
Average per year
3,075 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 135,055 miles
  • 2024 – 132,894 miles
  • 2023 – 130,757 miles
  • 2022 – 128,841 miles
  • 2020 – 126,282 miles
  • 2019 – 124,217 miles
  • 2018 – 122,469 miles
  • 2016 – 120,908 miles
  • 2015 – 118,852 miles
  • 2014 – 115,177 miles
  • 2012 – 109,244 miles
  • 2011 – 105,858 miles
  • 2010 – 97,248 miles
  • 2008 – 91,051 miles
  • 2007 – 84,587 miles
  • 2006 – 75,843 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,055 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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.

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2019

  • Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear body corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,055 miles (+2,161)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    135,055 miles
    Test number
    188491811818
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass132,894 miles (+2,137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    132,894 miles
    Test number
    420433376462
    • AdvisoryCentral Front coolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering box has seepage steering rack (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  3. Pass130,757 miles (+1,916)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    130,757 miles
    Test number
    264674996045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor rusted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coolant leak

  4. Pass128,841 miles (+2,559)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    128,841 miles
    Test number
    291038174490
    • 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))

  5. Pass126,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    126,282 miles
    Test number
    894973373605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail126,282 miles (+2,065)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,282 miles
    Test number
    475440886473
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass124,217 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    124,217 miles
    Test number
    676820851858
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  8. Fail124,217 miles (+1,748)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,217 miles
    Test number
    513987121472
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  9. Pass122,469 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    122,469 miles
    Test number
    428178505727
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear body corroded

  10. Fail122,469 miles (+1,561)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,469 miles
    Test number
    361984851696
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear body corroded

  11. Pass120,908 miles (+2,056)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    120,908 miles
    Test number
    406773511657
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner arch and body corroded

  12. Pass118,852 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    118,852 miles
    Test number
    476060513419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  13. Fail118,834 miles (+3,657)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,834 miles
    Test number
    944638579120
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  14. Pass115,177 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    115,177 miles
    Test number
    756588734368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteCorrosion l/h/f arch/battery tray area
    • NoteL/h/r boot floor/arch area corroded(patched)
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSteering arm bushes worn/play (rack end)

  15. Fail115,177 miles (+2,202)5 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,177 miles
    Test number
    108017334368
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteCorrosion l/h/f arch/battery tray area
    • NoteL/h/r boot floor/arch area corroded(patched)
    • NoteR/h/r brake binding slightly
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSteering arm bushes worn/play (rack end)

  16. Pass112,975 miles (+3,731)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    112,975 miles
    Test number
    746657204070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass109,244 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    109,244 miles
    Test number
    376944952337
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  18. Fail109,244 miles (-645)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,244 miles
    Test number
    319503352326
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  19. Fail109,889 miles (+4,031)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,889 miles
    Test number
    307269432370
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/f inner steering rod mounting bushes have free play under load

  20. Pass105,858 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    105,858 miles
    Test number
    745868601302
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering component damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • NoteUnable to check outer sills

  21. Fail105,858 miles (+8,610)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,858 miles
    Test number
    408398901488
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering component damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnable to check outer sills

  22. Pass97,248 miles (+6,197)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    97,248 miles
    Test number
    481912260168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass91,051 miles (+6,464)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    91,051 miles
    Test number
    813955648353
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  24. Pass84,587 miles (+169)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    84,587 miles
    Test number
    293207517330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail84,418 miles (+8,575)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,418 miles
    Test number
    492316607394
    • FailureRear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre inner tread has stepping making them close to legal limit

  26. Pass75,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    75,843 miles
    Test number
    314780256417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X47 EEV

Does X47 EEV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X47 EEV is valid until 9 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X47 EEV?
The MOT on X47 EEV is valid until 9 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X47 EEV done?
X47 EEV was recorded at 135,055 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 3,075 miles a year.
Has X47 EEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X47 EEV has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on X47 EEV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Dec 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X47 EEV find?
X47 EEV passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front inner vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside rear inner vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security.

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