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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,985 cc

Y243 UGFMOT history

Y243 UGF is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 97,511 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
97,511 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,438 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y243 UGF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y243 UGF was last recorded at 97,511 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 2,128 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,383 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,128 miles
Average per year
3,438 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,511 miles
  • 2025 – 95,383 miles
  • 2024 – 92,934 miles
  • 2023 – 89,847 miles
  • 2022 – 86,785 miles
  • 2021 – 84,903 miles
  • 2020 – 84,145 miles
  • 2019 – 80,495 miles
  • 2018 – 76,575 miles
  • 2017 – 73,441 miles
  • 2016 – 69,395 miles
  • 2015 – 65,710 miles
  • 2014 – 62,347 miles
  • 2013 – 59,162 miles
  • 2012 – 53,586 miles
  • 2011 – 49,661 miles
  • 2010 – 38,422 miles
  • 2009 – 32,529 miles
  • 2008 – 31,745 miles
  • 2007 – 30,527 miles
  • 2006 – 28,796 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,511 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive Oil leak from engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nsf tyre is low on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Nsf inner wheel arch has small hole/corroded on bulkhead side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Osf floor has small hole/corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,511 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    97,511 miles
    Test number
    215974210014
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail97,511 miles (+2,128)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,511 miles
    Test number
    828207577228
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass95,383 miles (+8)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    95,383 miles
    Test number
    716485963207
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nsf tyre is low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Nsf inner wheel arch has small hole/corroded on bulkhead side (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Osf floor has small hole/corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Osr shocker mounting has small hole/corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust box has minor blow on joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear boot floor has hole/corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both noplates are deteriorated (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail95,375 miles (+2,441)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,375 miles
    Test number
    175559445593
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding Nsr brake is binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel pipe insecure Fuel filler hose clip is corroded/loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nsf tyre is low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Nsf inner wheel arch has small hole/corroded on bulkhead side (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Osf floor has small hole/corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Osr shocker mounting has small hole/corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust box has minor blow on joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear boot floor has hole/corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both noplates are deteriorated (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass92,934 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    92,934 miles
    Test number
    934052459245
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both front strut top of casings are corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Nsr brake is binding slightly (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Osf upper shocker area is corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Boot floor is corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both no plates are deteriorated (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail92,934 miles (+3,087)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,934 miles
    Test number
    643602451818
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken Osf spring is broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both front strut top of casings are corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Nsr brake is binding slightly (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Osf upper shocker area is corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Boot floor is corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both no plates are deteriorated (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass89,847 miles (+3,062)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    89,847 miles
    Test number
    431248947309
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both front suspension struts are corroded at the top (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Oil leak, but not excessive Oil leak on engine front (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Oil leak from drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coolant leak Coolant leak on engine
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Osr shocker has slight mist of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both no plates starting to deteriorate (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass86,785 miles (+36)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    86,785 miles
    Test number
    162842647112
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres low on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail86,749 miles (+1,846)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,749 miles
    Test number
    388554920424
    • DangerousNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Nsf outer sill is excessively corroded (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Osf outer sill is excessively corroded (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to exhaust leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Front flexi joint blowing (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Nsr floor has hole in it (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Osf floor has a hole in it (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres low on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass84,903 miles (+758)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    84,903 miles
    Test number
    632939716352
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Central exhaust mounting loose/rusty (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust leak from front flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass84,145 miles (+3,650)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    84,145 miles
    Test number
    866973366129
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust Flexi Blowing Slightly (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass80,495 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    80,495 miles
    Test number
    218564857130
    • AdvisoryBoth lower inner sills deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Fail80,495 miles (+3,920)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,495 miles
    Test number
    922563997833
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth lower inner sills deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  14. Pass76,575 miles (+3,134)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    76,575 miles
    Test number
    863840200977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass73,441 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    73,441 miles
    Test number
    937744864365
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on inner edges

  16. Fail73,441 miles (+4,046)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,441 miles
    Test number
    168156316500
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on inner edges

  17. Pass69,395 miles (+3,685)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    69,395 miles
    Test number
    744673129913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass65,710 miles (+3,363)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    65,710 miles
    Test number
    725064765059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,347 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    62,347 miles
    Test number
    129649354005
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteCorrosion to floorpan
    • NoteRear exhaust section starting to deterioate
    • NoteRear tyres starting to deterioate

  20. Fail62,347 miles (+3,185)1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,347 miles
    Test number
    128227054492
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteCorrosion to floorpan
    • NoteRear exhaust section starting to deterioate
    • NoteRear tyres starting to deterioate

  21. Pass59,162 miles (+5,576)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    59,162 miles
    Test number
    956023463086
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has deep cut to outter shoulder

  22. Pass53,586 miles (+3,925)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    53,586 miles
    Test number
    558840962067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    49,661 miles
    Test number
    985451361093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail49,661 miles (+11,239)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,661 miles
    Test number
    976000161006
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass38,422 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    38,422 miles
    Test number
    882006070054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail38,421 miles (+5,892)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,421 miles
    Test number
    190815970400
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is fractured (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureSteering component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteUnable to check door sills correctly due to plastic sill covers fitted

  27. Pass32,529 miles (+784)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    32,529 miles
    Test number
    250476929484
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear upper brake hose ferrule corroded
    • NoteTinted windows

  28. Pass31,745 miles (+1,218)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    31,745 miles
    Test number
    801850628114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass30,527 miles (+1,731)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    30,527 miles
    Test number
    322477717143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass28,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    28,796 miles
    Test number
    241561616154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y243 UGF

Does Y243 UGF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y243 UGF is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y243 UGF?
The MOT on Y243 UGF is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y243 UGF done?
Y243 UGF was recorded at 97,511 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 3,438 miles a year.
Has Y243 UGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y243 UGF has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y243 UGF 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 Y243 UGF find?
Y243 UGF passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front inner vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wheel arch, and 6 more.

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