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Saab 9-3

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,985 cc

X791 JLKMOT history

X791 JLK is a red petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 29 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 147,849 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jun 2027
Mileage
147,849 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,196 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X791 JLK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
29 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X791 JLK was last recorded at 147,849 miles on 15 May 2026, 2,204 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,645 miles · 2 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,204 miles
Average per year
5,196 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,849 miles
  • 2025 – 145,645 miles
  • 2024 – 143,751 miles
  • 2023 – 136,994 miles
  • 2021 – 136,409 miles
  • 2020 – 134,130 miles
  • 2019 – 130,777 miles
  • 2018 – 128,432 miles
  • 2017 – 120,683 miles
  • 2016 – 111,875 miles
  • 2015 – 102,923 miles
  • 2014 – 92,773 miles
  • 2013 – 82,448 miles
  • 2012 – 75,912 miles
  • 2011 – 70,890 miles
  • 2010 – 67,146 miles
  • 2009 – 60,904 miles
  • 2008 – 56,938 miles
  • 2007 – 50,935 miles
  • 2006 – 42,162 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,849 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryGeneral age related surface corrosion under vehicle + components.
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018

  • Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

32 tests since 11 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,849 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    147,849 miles
    Test number
    690811317240
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral age related surface corrosion under vehicle + components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail147,849 miles (+2,204)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,849 miles
    Test number
    135266072035
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral age related surface corrosion under vehicle + components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass145,645 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    145,645 miles
    Test number
    883977436797
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated x2 (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail145,644 miles (+1,893)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,644 miles
    Test number
    394122626597
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated x2 (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass143,751 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    143,751 miles
    Test number
    203814305631
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin All round. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail143,751 miles (+6,757)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,751 miles
    Test number
    651627691117
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin All round. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass136,994 miles (+585)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    136,994 miles
    Test number
    187202345226
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass136,409 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    136,409 miles
    Test number
    395113449876
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail136,396 miles (+2,266)1 major1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,396 miles
    Test number
    479820500096
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass134,130 miles (+3,353)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    134,130 miles
    Test number
    384312317929
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass130,777 miles (+2,345)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    130,777 miles
    Test number
    676785690411
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass128,432 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    128,432 miles
    Test number
    310602045533
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail128,432 miles (+207)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,432 miles
    Test number
    857807038921
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail128,225 miles (+7,542)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,225 miles
    Test number
    407331456245
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/50/16w (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring top/chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  15. Pass120,683 miles (+8,808)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    120,683 miles
    Test number
    154217371201
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYRES ARE WEARING UNEVENLY

  16. Pass111,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    111,875 miles
    Test number
    272111062109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail111,875 miles (+8,952)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,875 miles
    Test number
    956807062991
    • DangerousOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass102,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    102,923 miles
    Test number
    326490075156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail102,923 miles (+10,150)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,923 miles
    Test number
    625279165188
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass92,773 miles (+10,325)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    92,773 miles
    Test number
    468004774112
    • NoteN/s rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/s and n/s front tyres worn to limit inner edges
    • NoteO/s and n/s washers poor operation

  21. Pass82,448 miles (+209)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    82,448 miles
    Test number
    206427273122
    • NoteO/s and n/s front track control arm centre bushes starting to split
    • NoteO/s rear tyre outer sidewalls starting to split
    • NoteO/s washer poor operation

  22. Fail82,239 miles (+6,327)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,239 miles
    Test number
    735380673127
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteO/s and n/s front track control arm centre bushes starting to split
    • NoteO/s rear tyre outer sidewalls starting to split
    • NoteO/s washer poor operation

  23. Pass75,912 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    75,912 miles
    Test number
    357787462137
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail75,907 miles (+5,017)5 failures2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,907 miles
    Test number
    968765362141
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is fractured (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass70,890 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    70,890 miles
    Test number
    219704861486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass70,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    70,788 miles
    Test number
    989182251096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail70,788 miles (+3,642)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,788 miles
    Test number
    168572551099
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  28. Pass67,146 miles (+6,242)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    67,146 miles
    Test number
    161863730454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass60,904 miles (+3,966)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    60,904 miles
    Test number
    850178229022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass56,938 miles (+6,003)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    56,938 miles
    Test number
    711414228048
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  31. Pass50,935 miles (+8,773)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    50,935 miles
    Test number
    311692127022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass42,162 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    42,162 miles
    Test number
    470441316068
    • NoteNearside front tyre wear to inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre wear to inner edge

Questions about X791 JLK

Does X791 JLK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X791 JLK is valid until 12 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on X791 JLK?
The MOT on X791 JLK is valid until 12 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X791 JLK done?
X791 JLK was recorded at 147,849 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 5,196 miles a year.
Has X791 JLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X791 JLK has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2026.
Has the mileage on X791 JLK 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 X791 JLK find?
X791 JLK passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; general age related surface corrosion under vehicle + components.; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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