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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,985 cc

Y198 HKUMOT history

Y198 HKU is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 15 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 69,304 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
69,304 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,466 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y198 HKU
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
15 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y198 HKU was last recorded at 69,304 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 1,323 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,981 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,323 miles
Average per year
2,466 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,304 miles
  • 2025 – 67,981 miles
  • 2024 – 66,848 miles
  • 2023 – 65,724 miles
  • 2022 – 64,683 miles
  • 2021 – 63,443 miles
  • 2020 – 63,127 miles
  • 2019 – 61,358 miles
  • 2018 – 60,259 miles
  • 2017 – 58,136 miles
  • 2016 – 54,098 miles
  • 2015 – 51,469 miles
  • 2014 – 47,336 miles
  • 2013 – 43,631 miles
  • 2012 – 40,200 miles
  • 2011 – 36,772 miles
  • 2010 – 33,825 miles
  • 2009 – 30,044 miles
  • 2008 – 26,410 miles
  • 2007 – 23,395 miles
  • 2006 – 20,214 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,304 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

31 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,304 miles (+1,323)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    69,304 miles
    Test number
    883475545294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass67,981 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    67,981 miles
    Test number
    513993561455
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  3. Fail67,981 miles (+1,133)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,981 miles
    Test number
    292496901824
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  4. Pass66,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    66,848 miles
    Test number
    638506075547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail66,848 miles (+1,124)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,848 miles
    Test number
    570670838174
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass65,724 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    65,724 miles
    Test number
    699469840568
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both outer faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail65,724 miles (+1,041)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,724 miles
    Test number
    550352154341
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both outer faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass64,683 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    64,683 miles
    Test number
    562720423881
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail64,683 miles (+1,240)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,683 miles
    Test number
    158806556484
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass63,443 miles (+316)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    63,443 miles
    Test number
    875918142098
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both outer faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both outer walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass63,127 miles (+1,769)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    63,127 miles
    Test number
    950676860209
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to feather on inner edges
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted unable to access all testable items

  12. Pass61,358 miles (+1,099)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    61,358 miles
    Test number
    798811547578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,259 miles (+2,123)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    60,259 miles
    Test number
    489164901545
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

  14. Pass58,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    58,136 miles
    Test number
    913796877591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail58,136 miles (+4,038)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,136 miles
    Test number
    737633995888
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Electrical wiring damaged, likely to cause a short (1.9.2b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass54,098 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    54,098 miles
    Test number
    772468489179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail54,094 miles (+2,625)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,094 miles
    Test number
    434660663901
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement centre bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light on
    • AdvisoryNail n/s/r tyre

  18. Pass51,469 miles (+4,133)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    51,469 miles
    Test number
    375961695074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,336 miles (+3,705)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    47,336 miles
    Test number
    765233284042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail43,631 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,631 miles
    Test number
    467012173083
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass43,631 miles (+3,431)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    43,631 miles
    Test number
    578822273093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    40,200 miles
    Test number
    666333872095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail40,200 miles (+3,428)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,200 miles
    Test number
    995463872032
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  24. Pass36,772 miles (+2,947)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    36,772 miles
    Test number
    296889161031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,825 miles (+3,781)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    33,825 miles
    Test number
    472072980098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail30,044 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,044 miles
    Test number
    811426899073
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

  27. Pass30,044 miles (+3,634)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    30,044 miles
    Test number
    971296499048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass26,410 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    26,410 miles
    Test number
    380684718144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail26,410 miles (+3,015)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,410 miles
    Test number
    773913518176
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is fractured (3.6.C.3)

  30. Pass23,395 miles (+3,181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    23,395 miles
    Test number
    274733717193
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass20,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    20,214 miles
    Test number
    833542326123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y198 HKU

Does Y198 HKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y198 HKU is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y198 HKU?
The MOT on Y198 HKU is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y198 HKU done?
Y198 HKU was recorded at 69,304 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 2,466 miles a year.
Has Y198 HKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y198 HKU has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on Y198 HKU 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 Y198 HKU find?
Y198 HKU passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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