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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,985 cc

X787 UOLMOT history

X787 UOL is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 5 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 144,222 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jan 2023
Mileage
144,222 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,741 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X787 UOL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X787 UOL was last recorded at 144,222 miles on 5 Jan 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,222 miles · 4 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,741 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 144,222 miles
  • 2020 – 135,679 miles
  • 2018 – 124,182 miles
  • 2017 – 120,729 miles
  • 2016 – 115,400 miles
  • 2015 – 112,834 miles
  • 2014 – 108,499 miles
  • 2013 – 103,806 miles
  • 2012 – 99,895 miles
  • 2011 – 94,665 miles
  • 2010 – 91,710 miles
  • 2009 – 86,714 miles
  • 2008 – 79,340 miles
  • 2007 – 65,527 miles
  • 2006 – 52,879 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,222 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced coil spring mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear spare wheel corroded and holedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted not allowing inspection of outer sillsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak at engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Spare wheel /boot floor holed and corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass144,222 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    144,222 miles
    Test number
    404709456155
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced coil spring mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear spare wheel corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted not allowing inspection of outer sills
  2. Fail144,222 miles (+8,543)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,222 miles
    Test number
    740901589191
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced coil spring mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear spare wheel corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted not allowing inspection of outer sills
  3. Pass135,679 miles (+116)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    135,679 miles
    Test number
    100841357634
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak at engine
    • AdvisorySpare wheel /boot floor holed and corroded
    • AdvisorySuspect wear at o/s/f shock absorber
  4. Fail135,563 miles (+7,256)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,563 miles
    Test number
    843291373989
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak at engine
    • AdvisorySpare wheel /boot floor holed and corroded
  5. Pass128,307 miles (+4,125)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    128,307 miles
    Test number
    114256488126
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass124,182 miles (+3,453)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    124,182 miles
    Test number
    843094081616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass120,729 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    120,729 miles
    Test number
    773802266197
    • AdvisoryREAR SILENCER CORRODED. O/S/F TRACK ROD END DUST COVER INSECURE
  8. Fail120,729 miles (+5,329)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,729 miles
    Test number
    253314828240
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryREAR SILENCER CORRODED. O/S/F TRACK ROD END DUST COVER INSECURE
  9. Pass115,400 miles (+2,566)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    115,400 miles
    Test number
    577397470865
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryREAR SILENCER OUTER SKIN CORRODED
  10. Pass112,834 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    112,834 miles
    Test number
    198454965005
    • NoteREAR SILENCER CORRODED
  11. Fail112,834 miles (+4,335)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,834 miles
    Test number
    158634865004
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteREAR SILENCER CORRODED
  12. Pass108,499 miles (+4,693)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    108,499 miles
    Test number
    915952774050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass103,806 miles (+3,911)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    103,806 miles
    Test number
    968097973039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass99,895 miles (+5,230)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    99,895 miles
    Test number
    289745972067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass94,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    94,665 miles
    Test number
    567505951096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail94,665 miles (+2,955)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,665 miles
    Test number
    726405851080
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  17. Pass91,710 miles (+4,996)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    91,710 miles
    Test number
    430047270043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass86,714 miles (+7,374)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    86,714 miles
    Test number
    510196139074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass79,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    79,340 miles
    Test number
    294332048065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail79,336 miles (+13,809)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,336 miles
    Test number
    481742848060
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
  21. Pass65,527 miles (+12,648)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    65,527 miles
    Test number
    771397047018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    52,879 miles
    Test number
    124368736082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X787 UOL

Does X787 UOL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X787 UOL expired on 5 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X787 UOL?
The MOT on X787 UOL expired on 5 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X787 UOL done?
X787 UOL was recorded at 144,222 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2022, an average of 5,741 miles a year.
Has X787 UOL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X787 UOL has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on X787 UOL 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 X787 UOL find?
X787 UOL passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2022 with 8 advisories: central front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp; central front oil leak, but not excessive; central exhaust box corroded, and 5 more.

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