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Saab 9-3

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 1,985 cc

X78 EJEMOT history

X78 EJE is a green petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 132,145 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Dec 2026
Mileage
132,145 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,187 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X78 EJE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X78 EJE was last recorded at 132,145 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 4,648 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,497 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,648 miles
Average per year
5,187 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,145 miles
  • 2024 – 127,497 miles
  • 2023 – 123,765 miles
  • 2022 – 119,473 miles
  • 2021 – 114,812 miles
  • 2020 – 109,438 miles
  • 2019 – 102,378 miles
  • 2018 – 95,636 miles
  • 2017 – 88,592 miles
  • 2016 – 85,226 miles
  • 2015 – 79,630 miles
  • 2014 – 74,144 miles
  • 2013 – 68,825 miles
  • 2012 – 61,623 miles
  • 2011 – 55,840 miles
  • 2010 – 49,625 miles
  • 2009 – 44,822 miles
  • 2008 – 41,766 miles
  • 2007 – 37,072 miles
  • 2006 – 29,654 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,145 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • N/s/r tyre, outer sidewall damaged

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,145 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    132,145 miles
    Test number
    789569837686
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail132,145 miles (+4,648)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,145 miles
    Test number
    516781655143
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass127,497 miles (+3,732)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    127,497 miles
    Test number
    285009392213
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  4. Pass123,765 miles (+4,292)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    123,765 miles
    Test number
    312812469129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass119,473 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    119,473 miles
    Test number
    265867135906
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Various (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail119,473 miles (+4,661)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,473 miles
    Test number
    169262874618
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Various (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass114,812 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    114,812 miles
    Test number
    454963386679
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail114,812 miles (+5,374)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,812 miles
    Test number
    344691346628
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass109,438 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    109,438 miles
    Test number
    601168872481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail109,438 miles (+7,060)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,438 miles
    Test number
    902143455193
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass102,378 miles (+6,742)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    102,378 miles
    Test number
    805160868808
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass95,636 miles (+7,044)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    95,636 miles
    Test number
    709845700994
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass88,592 miles (+3,366)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    88,592 miles
    Test number
    876228170087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,226 miles (+5,596)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    85,226 miles
    Test number
    526815167939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass79,630 miles (+5,486)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    79,630 miles
    Test number
    918653855178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass74,144 miles (+5,319)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    74,144 miles
    Test number
    539647554118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,825 miles (+7,202)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    68,825 miles
    Test number
    388151233002
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCover sills fitted

  18. Pass61,623 miles (+5,783)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    61,623 miles
    Test number
    497478632060
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn.

  19. Pass55,840 miles (+95)1 dangerous1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    55,840 miles
    Test number
    909695141093
    • DangerousN/s/r tyre, outer sidewall damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres, outer sidewall cracks
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteFront registration plate slightly insecure
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail55,745 miles (+6,120)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,745 miles
    Test number
    188542341471
    • DangerousN/s/r tyre, outer sidewall damaged
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres, outer sidewall cracks
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteFront registration plate slightly insecure
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass49,625 miles (+4,803)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    49,625 miles
    Test number
    641657430035
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass44,822 miles (+3,056)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    44,822 miles
    Test number
    371565049044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,766 miles (+4,694)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    41,766 miles
    Test number
    623547948040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass37,072 miles (+7,418)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    37,072 miles
    Test number
    734056047031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    29,654 miles
    Test number
    882125546016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X78 EJE

Does X78 EJE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X78 EJE is valid until 1 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X78 EJE?
The MOT on X78 EJE is valid until 1 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X78 EJE done?
X78 EJE was recorded at 132,145 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 5,187 miles a year.
Has X78 EJE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X78 EJE has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on X78 EJE 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 X78 EJE find?
X78 EJE passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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