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Saab 9-3

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,985 cc

Y311 CFXMOT history

Y311 CFX is a red petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 29 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 14 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 148,777 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Nov 2025
Mileage
148,777 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,075 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y311 CFX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y311 CFX was last recorded at 148,777 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 8,034 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,743 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
8,034 miles
Average per year
6,075 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 148,777 miles
  • 2024 – 140,743 miles
  • 2023 – 134,340 miles
  • 2022 – 131,656 miles
  • 2021 – 130,912 miles
  • 2020 – 130,792 miles
  • 2019 – 128,983 miles
  • 2018 – 127,256 miles
  • 2017 – 125,031 miles
  • 2016 – 121,718 miles
  • 2015 – 118,253 miles
  • 2014 – 114,409 miles
  • 2013 – 104,427 miles
  • 2012 – 92,486 miles
  • 2011 – 80,985 miles
  • 2010 – 69,424 miles
  • 2009 – 58,025 miles
  • 2008 – 48,965 miles
  • 2007 – 39,739 miles
  • 2006 – 30,304 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail148,777 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
  • MajorFuel hose insecure clip not in place and rusted through (6.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper spring cup (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail148,777 miles (+8,034)9 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,777 miles
    Test number
    875174147554
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorFuel hose insecure clip not in place and rusted through (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper spring cup (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  2. Pass140,743 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    140,743 miles
    Test number
    756314173498
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail140,743 miles (+6,403)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,743 miles
    Test number
    287978842645
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass134,340 miles (+2,684)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    134,340 miles
    Test number
    920508916079
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass131,656 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    131,656 miles
    Test number
    952774285328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail131,645 miles (+733)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,645 miles
    Test number
    374662548094
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass130,912 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    130,912 miles
    Test number
    220692891724
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail130,907 miles (+115)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,907 miles
    Test number
    813828843654
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass130,792 miles (+1,809)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    130,792 miles
    Test number
    266853168151
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass128,983 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    128,983 miles
    Test number
    976947712356
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail128,983 miles (+1,727)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,983 miles
    Test number
    490233853711
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass127,256 miles (+2,225)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    127,256 miles
    Test number
    700112663817
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished

  13. Pass125,031 miles (+3,313)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    125,031 miles
    Test number
    310881526200
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass121,718 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    121,718 miles
    Test number
    468292255160
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer outer skin corroded

  15. Fail121,718 miles (+3,465)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,718 miles
    Test number
    277372803135
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer outer skin corroded

  16. Fail118,253 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,253 miles
    Test number
    258407775447
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteGearbox oil leak

  17. Pass118,253 miles (+3,844)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    118,253 miles
    Test number
    955367175141
    • NoteGearbox oil leak

  18. Pass114,409 miles (+9,982)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    114,409 miles
    Test number
    677590674106
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail104,427 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,427 miles
    Test number
    136335563171
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteUnable to check sills due to plastic covers

  20. Pass104,427 miles (+11,941)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    104,427 miles
    Test number
    287185563162
    • NoteUnable to check sills due to plastic covers

  21. Pass92,486 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    92,486 miles
    Test number
    328082642120
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail92,486 miles (+11,501)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,486 miles
    Test number
    436072842145
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass80,985 miles (+11,561)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    80,985 miles
    Test number
    268920741496
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass69,424 miles (+11,399)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    69,424 miles
    Test number
    990881840148
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass58,025 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    58,025 miles
    Test number
    602282249106
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Fail58,025 miles (+9,060)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,025 miles
    Test number
    953932749186
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Pass48,965 miles (+9,226)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2009
    Odometer
    48,965 miles
    Test number
    824674548189
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  28. Pass39,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2008
    Odometer
    39,739 miles
    Test number
    122015947128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail39,736 miles (+9,432)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,736 miles
    Test number
    170115547191
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteUnable to fully check n/s/r seat belt---child seat fitted

  30. Pass30,304 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2007
    Odometer
    30,304 miles
    Test number
    262576846482
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y311 CFX

Does Y311 CFX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y311 CFX expired on 14 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y311 CFX?
The MOT on Y311 CFX expired on 14 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y311 CFX done?
Y311 CFX was recorded at 148,777 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 6,075 miles a year.
Has Y311 CFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y311 CFX has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y311 CFX 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 Y311 CFX find?
Y311 CFX failed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition, and 10 more.

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