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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,985 cc

Y256 XAGMOT history

Y256 XAG is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 6 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Jan 2023 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 156,293 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jan 2023
Mileage
156,293 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2022
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,768 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y256 XAG
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
6 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y256 XAG was last recorded at 156,293 miles on 20 Jan 2022, 5,791 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,502 miles · 20 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
5,791 miles
Average per year
3,768 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 156,293 miles
  • 2021 – 150,502 miles
  • 2019 – 141,405 miles
  • 2018 – 140,736 miles
  • 2017 – 139,642 miles
  • 2016 – 138,508 miles
  • 2015 – 137,758 miles
  • 2014 – 136,890 miles
  • 2013 – 127,502 miles
  • 2012 – 119,693 miles
  • 2011 – 111,662 miles
  • 2010 – 105,671 miles
  • 2009 – 100,791 miles
  • 2008 – 100,726 miles
  • 2006 – 97,284 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,293 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryLower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,293 miles (+5,791)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    156,293 miles
    Test number
    322862729854
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass150,502 miles (+9,097)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    150,502 miles
    Test number
    364228744864
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass141,405 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    141,405 miles
    Test number
    279307400318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail141,404 miles (+668)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,404 miles
    Test number
    501685696967
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass140,736 miles (+1,094)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    140,736 miles
    Test number
    741697122803
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass139,642 miles (+1,134)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    139,642 miles
    Test number
    754753951406
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass138,508 miles (+750)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    138,508 miles
    Test number
    493323678281
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass137,758 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    137,758 miles
    Test number
    249789685189
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail137,758 miles (+868)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,758 miles
    Test number
    325359285194
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass136,890 miles (+9,388)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    136,890 miles
    Test number
    505912294184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass127,502 miles (+7,809)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    127,502 miles
    Test number
    258714293191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBack box exhaust corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass119,693 miles (+8,031)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    119,693 miles
    Test number
    789233392176
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteExhaust back box deteriorated

  13. Pass111,662 miles (+5,991)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    111,662 miles
    Test number
    898329731174
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  14. Pass105,671 miles (+4,880)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    105,671 miles
    Test number
    643831530191
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  15. Pass100,791 miles (+65)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    100,791 miles
    Test number
    824385939188
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBrake service

  16. Pass100,726 miles (+3,442)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    100,726 miles
    Test number
    282160138151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear flexible brake hose ferrules slightly corroded.

  17. Pass97,284 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2007
    Odometer
    97,284 miles
    Test number
    254604646410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y256 XAG

Does Y256 XAG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y256 XAG expired on 26 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y256 XAG?
The MOT on Y256 XAG expired on 26 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y256 XAG done?
Y256 XAG was recorded at 156,293 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2022, an average of 3,768 miles a year.
Has Y256 XAG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y256 XAG has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on Y256 XAG 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 Y256 XAG find?
Y256 XAG passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2022 with 4 advisories: central front lower oil leak, but not excessive; lower exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front inner anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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