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Saab 9-3

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

Y40 RRWMOT history

Y40 RRW is a grey diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 13 Nov 2008. Its MOT is valid until 8 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 168,110 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

Y40 RRW grey Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Saab 9-3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Aug 2027
Mileage
168,110 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,039 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y40 RRW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
13 Nov 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y40 RRW was last recorded at 168,110 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,110 miles · 27 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,039 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,110 miles
  • 2025 – 149,015 miles
  • 2024 – 135,143 miles
  • 2023 – 128,805 miles
  • 2022 – 120,617 miles
  • 2021 – 115,455 miles
  • 2020 – 111,170 miles
  • 2019 – 103,370 miles
  • 2018 – 94,352 miles
  • 2017 – 84,326 miles
  • 2016 – 75,219 miles
  • 2015 – 63,271 miles
  • 2014 – 50,109 miles
  • 2013 – 44,212 miles
  • 2012 – 31,831 miles
  • 2011 – 20,547 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,110 miles
  • AdvisoryItem on screen partially in drivers viewRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • OSR shock absorber top mount cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Nov 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,110 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    168,110 miles
    Test number
    720545128730
    • AdvisoryItem on screen partially in drivers view

  2. Fail168,110 miles (+19,095)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,110 miles
    Test number
    555954400546
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light shows white light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases OS back box cracked around pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItem on screen partially in drivers view

  3. Pass149,015 miles (+13,872)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    149,015 miles
    Test number
    140138901027
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass135,143 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    135,143 miles
    Test number
    915182790664
    • AdvisoryOSR shock absorber top mount cracked

  5. Fail135,143 miles (+6,338)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,143 miles
    Test number
    398959185867
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOSR shock absorber top mount cracked
    • AdvisoryOSR tyre has a nail in it
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight dip beam flash when switched off

  6. Pass128,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    128,805 miles
    Test number
    137114554128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail128,805 miles (+8,188)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,805 miles
    Test number
    312580613557
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  8. Pass120,617 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    120,617 miles
    Test number
    394283602674
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and shoulder worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail120,617 miles (+5,162)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,617 miles
    Test number
    829748783123
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and shoulder worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass115,455 miles (+4,285)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    115,455 miles
    Test number
    452605503350
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass111,170 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    111,170 miles
    Test number
    989452309571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail111,155 miles (+7,785)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,155 miles
    Test number
    271118488325
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive engine coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass103,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    103,370 miles
    Test number
    370131985445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail103,370 miles (+9,018)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,370 miles
    Test number
    988631527960
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass94,352 miles (+10,026)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    94,352 miles
    Test number
    933036428323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass84,326 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    84,326 miles
    Test number
    151370802010
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test hanging from rear view mirror

  17. Fail84,326 miles (+9,107)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,326 miles
    Test number
    386714756069
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test hanging from rear view mirror

  18. Pass75,219 miles (+11,948)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    75,219 miles
    Test number
    875250715280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass63,271 miles (+13,162)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    63,271 miles
    Test number
    109441095164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,109 miles (+5,897)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    50,109 miles
    Test number
    745187194183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,212 miles (+12,381)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    44,212 miles
    Test number
    159965523328
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished

  22. Pass31,831 miles (+11,284)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    31,831 miles
    Test number
    836272422389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    20,547 miles
    Test number
    318979011397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y40 RRW

Does Y40 RRW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y40 RRW is valid until 8 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y40 RRW?
The MOT on Y40 RRW is valid until 8 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y40 RRW done?
Y40 RRW was recorded at 168,110 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 10,039 miles a year.
Has Y40 RRW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y40 RRW has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y40 RRW 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 Y40 RRW find?
Y40 RRW passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: item on screen partially in drivers view.

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