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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,985 cc

X79 JVVMOT history

X79 JVV is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 10 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 27 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 92,326 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Aug 2025
Mileage
92,326 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,549 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X79 JVV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

X79 JVV was last recorded at 92,326 miles on 28 Aug 2024, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,318 miles · 16 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
2,549 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 92,326 miles
  • 2023 – 86,789 miles
  • 2022 – 82,960 miles
  • 2021 – 79,990 miles
  • 2020 – 79,563 miles
  • 2019 – 78,919 miles
  • 2018 – 77,988 miles
  • 2017 – 77,144 miles
  • 2016 – 76,760 miles
  • 2015 – 74,816 miles
  • 2014 – 72,359 miles
  • 2013 – 69,266 miles
  • 2012 – 66,230 miles
  • 2011 – 63,406 miles
  • 2010 – 61,300 miles
  • 2009 – 58,324 miles
  • 2008 – 54,477 miles
  • 2007 – 50,431 miles
  • 2006 – 46,064 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,326 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor various places (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryLittle reserve travelRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased up

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Electrical wiring insecure from battery ,going into passenger compartment

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear seats/belts not checked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,326 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    92,326 miles
    Test number
    862333537224
    • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor various places (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel

  2. Fail92,318 miles (+5,529)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,318 miles
    Test number
    312797242962
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint centre to rear box rotten and holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor various places (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel

  3. Pass86,789 miles (+94)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    86,789 miles
    Test number
    341869299409
    • MinorElectrical wiring insecure from battery ,going into passenger compartment (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased up (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear seats/belts not checked

  4. Fail86,695 miles (+3,735)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,695 miles
    Test number
    941919518616
    • MajorCentral Emissions unable to be completed pipe blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak pipe split and blowig (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MinorElectrical wiring insecure from battery ,going into passenger compartment (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased up (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear seats/belts not checked

  5. Pass82,960 miles (+2,970)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    82,960 miles
    Test number
    639041016912
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass79,990 miles (+427)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    79,990 miles
    Test number
    450805132501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass79,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    79,563 miles
    Test number
    300870870436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail79,563 miles (+644)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,563 miles
    Test number
    985646054982
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass78,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    78,919 miles
    Test number
    899567279893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail78,919 miles (+931)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,919 miles
    Test number
    707320522864
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded pipe to o/s/f wheel from ABS unit corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass77,988 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    77,988 miles
    Test number
    733320356839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail77,988 miles (+844)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,988 miles
    Test number
    324093418583
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass77,144 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    77,144 miles
    Test number
    168482936177
    • AdvisoryCorrosion at floor pans around grommet areas
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust tailpipe in poor condition

  14. Fail77,144 miles (+384)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,144 miles
    Test number
    135152087291
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion at floor pans around grommet areas
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust tailpipe in poor condition

  15. Pass76,760 miles (+1,944)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    76,760 miles
    Test number
    272428075614
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear clamp deteriorated

  16. Pass74,816 miles (+2,457)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    74,816 miles
    Test number
    251722157851
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer and clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryRear park brake shoes squeal
    • AdvisoryCorrosion offside front inner wheel arch

  17. Fail72,359 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,359 miles
    Test number
    319708354437
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass72,359 miles (+3,093)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    72,359 miles
    Test number
    535348354233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass69,266 miles (+3,036)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    69,266 miles
    Test number
    248702853290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass66,230 miles (+2,824)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    66,230 miles
    Test number
    537937052256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass63,406 miles (+2,106)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    63,406 miles
    Test number
    116636101263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass61,300 miles (+2,976)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    61,300 miles
    Test number
    743168010288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass58,324 miles (+3,847)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    58,324 miles
    Test number
    121513589126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass54,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    54,477 miles
    Test number
    742985108259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail54,477 miles (+4,046)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,477 miles
    Test number
    963315608249
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass50,431 miles (+4,367)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    50,431 miles
    Test number
    332517097140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass46,064 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    46,064 miles
    Test number
    341315786170
    • 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)

Questions about X79 JVV

Does X79 JVV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X79 JVV expired on 27 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X79 JVV?
The MOT on X79 JVV expired on 27 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X79 JVV done?
X79 JVV was recorded at 92,326 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2024, an average of 2,549 miles a year.
Has X79 JVV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X79 JVV has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on X79 JVV 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 X79 JVV find?
X79 JVV passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2024 with 4 advisories: central seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor various places; items removed from driver's view prior to test; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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