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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,998 cc

X5 USUMOT history

X5 USU is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Jul 2007. Its MOT is valid until 9 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 132,701 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

X5 USU blue Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Saab 9-3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Oct 2027
Mileage
132,701 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,153 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 USU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
31 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 USU was last recorded at 132,701 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 6,225 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,476 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,225 miles
Average per year
6,153 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,701 miles
  • 2025 – 126,476 miles
  • 2024 – 118,332 miles
  • 2023 – 111,310 miles
  • 2022 – 105,522 miles
  • 2021 – 100,926 miles
  • 2020 – 98,730 miles
  • 2019 – 96,682 miles
  • 2018 – 92,139 miles
  • 2017 – 84,762 miles
  • 2016 – 78,188 miles
  • 2015 – 69,146 miles
  • 2014 – 58,910 miles
  • 2012 – 57,979 miles
  • 2011 – 47,132 miles
  • 2010 – 33,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,701 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front and rear brake discs in poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • N/S headlight beam pattern weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Plastic covers fitted to sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear brake pads worn low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,701 miles (+6,225)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    132,701 miles
    Test number
    762295769050
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass126,476 miles (+8,144)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    126,476 miles
    Test number
    809904413657
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass118,332 miles (+7,022)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    118,332 miles
    Test number
    505300021280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass111,310 miles (+5,788)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    111,310 miles
    Test number
    187589837594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass105,522 miles (+4,596)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    105,522 miles
    Test number
    811284500593
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass100,926 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    100,926 miles
    Test number
    573086081833
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs in poor condition
    • AdvisoryN/S headlight beam pattern weak
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to sills
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads worn low

  7. Fail100,926 miles (+2,196)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,926 miles
    Test number
    312124982983
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect No beam pattern (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid level on minimum
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs in poor condition
    • AdvisoryN/S headlight beam pattern weak
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to sills
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads worn low

  8. Pass98,730 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    98,730 miles
    Test number
    113891344891
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Fail98,730 miles (+2,048)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,730 miles
    Test number
    682450176850
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid tightend hose connection and cleaned (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass96,682 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    96,682 miles
    Test number
    293545986744
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail96,682 miles (+4,543)6 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,682 miles
    Test number
    856892681582
    • Repaired at testBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass92,139 miles (+7,377)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    92,139 miles
    Test number
    526027002501
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  13. Pass84,762 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    84,762 miles
    Test number
    214324067153
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryGearknob insecure

  14. Fail84,762 miles (+6,574)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,762 miles
    Test number
    326200344396
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryGearknob insecure

  15. Pass78,188 miles (+9,042)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    78,188 miles
    Test number
    359845977333
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass69,146 miles (+8)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    69,146 miles
    Test number
    369574275176
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteExaust heat shield loose.

  17. Fail69,138 miles (+10,228)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,138 miles
    Test number
    965410775167
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteExaust heat shield loose.

  18. Fail58,910 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,910 miles
    Test number
    778064914194
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAllbrake discs pitted and corroded

  19. Pass58,910 miles (+931)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    58,910 miles
    Test number
    958604114187
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAllbrake discs pitted and corroded

  20. Pass57,979 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    57,979 miles
    Test number
    416794532207
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  21. Fail57,979 miles (+10,847)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,979 miles
    Test number
    958063732243
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  22. Pass47,132 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    47,132 miles
    Test number
    307131221213
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Fail47,132 miles (+13,523)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,132 miles
    Test number
    878941221293
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass33,609 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    33,609 miles
    Test number
    974531120268
    • NoteFront number plate starting to delaminate

Questions about X5 USU

Does X5 USU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 USU is valid until 9 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 USU?
The MOT on X5 USU is valid until 9 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 USU done?
X5 USU was recorded at 132,701 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 6,153 miles a year.
Has X5 USU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 USU has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on X5 USU 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 X5 USU find?
X5 USU passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both; rear anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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