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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,985 cc

Y285 OEFMOT history

Y285 OEF is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 73,633 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2026
Mileage
73,633 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,115 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y285 OEF
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 expired on 31 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y285 OEF was last recorded at 73,633 miles on 1 Aug 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,630 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,115 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 73,633 miles
  • 2024 – 71,159 miles
  • 2022 – 70,349 miles
  • 2021 – 69,248 miles
  • 2020 – 68,491 miles
  • 2019 – 67,031 miles
  • 2018 – 65,426 miles
  • 2017 – 64,067 miles
  • 2016 – 63,066 miles
  • 2015 – 61,435 miles
  • 2014 – 60,328 miles
  • 2013 – 58,799 miles
  • 2012 – 57,595 miles
  • 2011 – 55,975 miles
  • 2009 – 51,777 miles
  • 2008 – 46,006 miles
  • 2007 – 39,643 miles
  • 2006 – 32,558 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,633 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderbody Covered In UndersealRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,633 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    73,633 miles
    Test number
    973164974804
    • AdvisoryUnderbody Covered In Underseal

  2. Fail73,630 miles (+2,471)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,630 miles
    Test number
    290125400292
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Side Wall Cracked to Cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Arch Marked Yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Underbody, Marked Yellow (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Arch Marked Yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Arch Marked Yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Arch Marked Yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody Covered In Underseal

  3. Pass71,159 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    71,159 miles
    Test number
    773260714458
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Fail71,159 miles (+810)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,159 miles
    Test number
    639544886001
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass70,349 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    70,349 miles
    Test number
    439988424951
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody partially coated in underseal

  6. Fail70,349 miles (+1,101)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,349 miles
    Test number
    306937773553
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Corrosion, marked with chalk (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Corrosion, marked with chalk (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Corrosion, marked with chalk (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Corrosion, marked with chalk (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight underbody corrosion

  7. Pass69,248 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    69,248 miles
    Test number
    579914721490
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail69,247 miles (+756)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,247 miles
    Test number
    205683437721
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass68,491 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    68,491 miles
    Test number
    777083678355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail68,489 miles (+1,458)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,489 miles
    Test number
    680548499850
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear, marked with chalk (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Marked with chalk (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass67,031 miles (+1,605)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    67,031 miles
    Test number
    982555253903
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass65,426 miles (+1,359)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    65,426 miles
    Test number
    944006405497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,067 miles (+1,001)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    64,067 miles
    Test number
    807031282405
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake efficiency low
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box and centre badly corroded

  14. Pass63,066 miles (+1,631)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    63,066 miles
    Test number
    641881086440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,435 miles (+1,107)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    61,435 miles
    Test number
    605956875087
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded

  16. Pass60,328 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    60,328 miles
    Test number
    745310984043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres tread cracking

  17. Fail60,328 miles (+1,529)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,328 miles
    Test number
    237460984036
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres tread cracking

  18. Pass58,799 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    58,799 miles
    Test number
    146135683474
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracking with age
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracking with age

  19. Fail58,799 miles (+1,204)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,799 miles
    Test number
    425555883081
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracking with age
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracking with age

  20. Pass57,595 miles (+1,620)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    57,595 miles
    Test number
    787332382012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,975 miles (+4,198)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    55,975 miles
    Test number
    197081601135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,777 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    51,777 miles
    Test number
    244080759094
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)

  23. Fail51,777 miles (+5,771)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,777 miles
    Test number
    694118049057
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)

  24. Pass46,006 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    46,006 miles
    Test number
    790294948020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail46,006 miles (+6,363)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,006 miles
    Test number
    863494748047
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass39,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    39,643 miles
    Test number
    893410957044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail39,643 miles (+7,085)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,643 miles
    Test number
    881690157025
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass32,558 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    32,558 miles
    Test number
    983329356066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y285 OEF

Does Y285 OEF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y285 OEF expired on 31 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y285 OEF?
The MOT on Y285 OEF expired on 31 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y285 OEF done?
Y285 OEF was recorded at 73,633 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2025, an average of 2,115 miles a year.
Has Y285 OEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y285 OEF has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on Y285 OEF 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 Y285 OEF find?
Y285 OEF passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2025 with 1 advisory: underbody covered in underseal.

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