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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,985 cc

Y259 AORMOT history

Y259 AOR is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2023 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 99,006 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Oct 2023
Mileage
99,006 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2022
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,580 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y259 AOR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y259 AOR was last recorded at 99,006 miles on 31 Oct 2022, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,004 miles · 19 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,580 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 99,006 miles
  • 2021 – 92,592 miles
  • 2020 – 91,062 miles
  • 2019 – 90,630 miles
  • 2018 – 89,803 miles
  • 2017 – 89,552 miles
  • 2016 – 85,947 miles
  • 2014 – 83,263 miles
  • 2013 – 83,263 miles
  • 2011 – 79,473 miles
  • 2010 – 75,025 miles
  • 2009 – 67,249 miles
  • 2008 – 66,328 miles
  • 2006 – 56,885 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,006 miles
  • AdvisoryAdvise under body corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

17 tests since 3 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,006 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    99,006 miles
    Test number
    710585394374
    • AdvisoryAdvise under body corrosion

  2. Fail99,004 miles (+6,412)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,004 miles
    Test number
    597948449526
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side zero readings (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both arms holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box has broken off (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise under body corrosion

  3. Pass92,592 miles (+1,530)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    92,592 miles
    Test number
    952589128867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass91,062 miles (+432)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    91,062 miles
    Test number
    864383505181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass90,630 miles (+827)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    90,630 miles
    Test number
    925307435338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass89,803 miles (+251)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    89,803 miles
    Test number
    617440700717
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  7. Pass89,552 miles (+3,605)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    89,552 miles
    Test number
    890826602614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass85,947 miles (+2,684)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    85,947 miles
    Test number
    537848923757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass83,263 miles2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    83,263 miles
    Test number
    257391324077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs pitted/corroded
    • NoteBoth rear shocker casings weak/corroded
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread worn on inner edge
    • NoteSlight corrosion on all metal brake pipes
    • NoteSlight play in all front suspension bushes

  10. Fail83,263 miles (+3,790)1 failure2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,263 miles
    Test number
    438774763494
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded/pitted
    • NoteBoth rear shocker casings corroded
    • NoteExhaust system showing corrosion
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread worn on inner edge
    • NoteSlight corrosion on all brake pipes
    • NoteSlight play in all front suspension bushes

  11. Pass79,473 miles (+4,448)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    79,473 miles
    Test number
    498390481143
    • NoteBoth rear brake hose ferrules showing corrosion
    • NoteExhaust system showing corrosion
    • NoteSlight corrosion on all brake pipes
    • NoteSlight crackes in front suspension arm bushes

  12. Pass75,025 miles (+7,776)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    75,025 miles
    Test number
    282775470169
    • NoteBoth front drop link arms showing slight play
    • NoteExhaust system showing corrosion
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread cracked

  13. Pass67,249 miles7 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    67,249 miles
    Test number
    971664259104
    • NoteAll four brake hose ferulls corroded
    • NoteAll four shockers weak
    • NoteExhaust heat shield insecure
    • NoteFuel filter corroded
    • NoteReverse lights inop
    • NoteSlight play in all front suspension arms
    • NoteSlight play in rear axle bushes

  14. Fail67,249 miles (+921)5 failures7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,249 miles
    Test number
    183314859109
    • FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteAll four brake hose ferulls corroded
    • NoteAll four shockers weak
    • NoteExhaust heat shield insecure
    • NoteFuel filter corroded
    • NoteReverse lights inop
    • NoteSlight play in all front suspension arms
    • NoteSlight play in rear axle bushes

  15. Pass66,328 miles (+9,443)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    66,328 miles
    Test number
    510030058110
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn slightly out of shape

  16. Pass56,885 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    56,885 miles
    Test number
    243205786159
    • NoteBoth front brake discs and pads showing corrosion
    • NoteFront number plate cracked slightly
    • NoteRear exhaust system showing corrosion
    • NoteSlight oil leak around engine area

  17. Fail56,885 miles3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,885 miles
    Test number
    821354086168
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs showing slight corrosion
    • NoteOil leak around engine

Questions about Y259 AOR

Does Y259 AOR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y259 AOR expired on 30 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y259 AOR?
The MOT on Y259 AOR expired on 30 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y259 AOR done?
Y259 AOR was recorded at 99,006 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2022, an average of 2,580 miles a year.
Has Y259 AOR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y259 AOR has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on Y259 AOR 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 Y259 AOR find?
Y259 AOR passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2022 with 1 advisory: advise under body corrosion.

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