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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,985 cc

Y291 JKXMOT history

Y291 JKX is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 6 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 21 Apr 2025 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 112,007 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Apr 2025
Mileage
112,007 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2024
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,860 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y291 JKX
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 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y291 JKX was last recorded at 112,007 miles on 22 Apr 2024, 313 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Mar 2018: 105,043 miles, lower than 110,021 miles on 7 Apr 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
111,694 miles · 13 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
313 miles
Average per year
3,860 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 112,007 miles
  • 2023 – 111,694 miles
  • 2021 – 111,009 miles
  • 2019 – 109,007 miles
  • 2018 – 105,043 miles
  • 2017 – 110,021 miles
  • 2016 – 105,232 miles
  • 2012 – 93,102 miles
  • 2011 – 83,220 miles
  • 2010 – 76,475 miles
  • 2009 – 71,913 miles
  • 2008 – 62,164 miles
  • 2007 – 53,965 miles
  • 2006 – 42,572 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,007 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryWheel bearing slightly noisy front & rear (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth side brake pipe, both side sills, front sub frame, rear axle, front to rear suspension components, under body surface corroded
  • AdvisorySlight play in steering jointsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Under vehicle surface & components general corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass112,007 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    112,007 miles
    Test number
    916961900522
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing slightly noisy front & rear (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth side brake pipe, both side sills, front sub frame, rear axle, front to rear suspension components, under body surface corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering joints

  2. Fail112,007 miles (+313)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,007 miles
    Test number
    430214736514
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing slightly noisy front & rear (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth side brake pipe, both side sills, front sub frame, rear axle, front to rear suspension components, under body surface corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering joints

  3. Pass111,694 miles (+685)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    111,694 miles
    Test number
    493775362244
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing slightly noisy both side front (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth side brake pipe, both side sills, front sub frame, rear axle components all slight corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering joints

  4. Pass111,009 miles (+2,002)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    111,009 miles
    Test number
    962938602221
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod ball joint has slight play both side
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle surface & components general corrosion

  5. Pass109,007 miles (+3,964)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    109,007 miles
    Test number
    534003442528
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle surface & components general corrosion

  6. Pass105,043 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    105,043 miles
    Test number
    487655576667
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases JOINT & REAR BOX GENERAL CORROSION (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint BOTH SIDE (2.5.B.2a)

  7. Fail105,043 miles (-4,978)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,043 miles
    Test number
    132844175780
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Side repeater adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases JOINT & REAR BOX GENERAL CORROSION (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint BOTH SIDE (2.5.B.2a)

  8. Pass110,021 miles (+4,789)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    110,021 miles
    Test number
    178856240184
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Pass105,232 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    105,232 miles
    Test number
    610328161592
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Fail105,232 miles (+12,130)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,232 miles
    Test number
    929951188903
    • DangerousOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass93,102 miles (+9,882)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    93,102 miles
    Test number
    627790302240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,220 miles (+6,745)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    83,220 miles
    Test number
    347905591179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass76,475 miles (+4,562)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    76,475 miles
    Test number
    521136870166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,913 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    71,913 miles
    Test number
    924391399135
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside indicator side reapeater cover missing
    • NoteRear brake imbalance
    • NoteRear exhaust bracket deteriorating

  15. Fail71,913 miles (+9,749)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,913 miles
    Test number
    292511399151
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside indicator side reapeater cover missing
    • NoteRear brake imbalance
    • NoteRear exhaust bracket deteriorating

  16. Pass62,164 miles (+8,199)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    62,164 miles
    Test number
    750596488141
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • Note(strong advisory) cuts in rear tyres
    • Note(strong advisory) rear tyres perished
    • NoteRear brake imbalance

  17. Pass53,965 miles (+11,393)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    53,965 miles
    Test number
    541765987143
    • 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)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracking and perishing
    • NoteO/s/r tyre cracking and perishing

  18. Pass42,572 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    42,572 miles
    Test number
    633456316184
    • NoteFront brakes getting low
    • NoteO/s rear light unit broken

Questions about Y291 JKX

Does Y291 JKX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y291 JKX expired on 21 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y291 JKX?
The MOT on Y291 JKX expired on 21 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y291 JKX done?
Y291 JKX was recorded at 112,007 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2024, an average of 3,860 miles a year.
Has Y291 JKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y291 JKX has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on Y291 JKX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Mar 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y291 JKX find?
Y291 JKX passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2024 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear; wheel bearing slightly noisy front & rear, and 2 more.

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