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Saab 9-3

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,985 cc

Y896 KBLMOT history

Y896 KBL is a green petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 6 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 8 Apr 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 83,196 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Apr 2026
Mileage
83,196 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,928 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y896 KBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y896 KBL was last recorded at 83,196 miles on 9 Apr 2025, 709 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,487 miles · 15 May 2024
Between the last two tests
709 miles
Average per year
1,928 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,196 miles
  • 2024 – 82,487 miles
  • 2023 – 81,339 miles
  • 2022 – 80,244 miles
  • 2021 – 78,197 miles
  • 2020 – 77,236 miles
  • 2019 – 75,483 miles
  • 2018 – 73,599 miles
  • 2017 – 71,278 miles
  • 2016 – 69,983 miles
  • 2015 – 68,087 miles
  • 2014 – 66,607 miles
  • 2013 – 65,402 miles
  • 2012 – 64,462 miles
  • 2011 – 62,131 miles
  • 2010 – 60,219 miles
  • 2009 – 56,195 miles
  • 2008 – 52,738 miles
  • 2007 – 51,971 miles
  • 2006 – 46,802 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,196 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very bad condition (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread borderline pass needs replacing (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres were baddly underinflated pleas check regularly

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,196 miles (+709)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    83,196 miles
    Test number
    152736995560
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very bad condition (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread borderline pass needs replacing (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres were baddly underinflated pleas check regularly

  2. Pass82,487 miles (+1,148)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2025
    Odometer
    82,487 miles
    Test number
    654565150704
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass81,339 miles (+1,095)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    81,339 miles
    Test number
    988731863610
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing bad condition (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass80,244 miles (+2,047)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    80,244 miles
    Test number
    988398939912
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  5. Pass78,197 miles (+961)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2022
    Odometer
    78,197 miles
    Test number
    241613739569
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass77,236 miles (+1,753)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2021
    Odometer
    77,236 miles
    Test number
    161205928721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,483 miles (+1,884)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2020
    Odometer
    75,483 miles
    Test number
    684312569442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,599 miles (+2,321)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    73,599 miles
    Test number
    134705940618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass71,278 miles (+1,295)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    71,278 miles
    Test number
    552573486993
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre stepping out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre stepping out of shape

  10. Pass69,983 miles (+1,896)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    69,983 miles
    Test number
    856590566976
    • AdvisoryOuter skin of rear exhaust box corroded ( not leaking )

  11. Pass68,087 miles (+1,480)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2016
    Odometer
    68,087 miles
    Test number
    468005025181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass66,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    66,607 miles
    Test number
    505079314163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail66,602 miles (+1,200)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,602 miles
    Test number
    615219614128
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteRear exhaust clamp broken

  14. Pass65,402 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    65,402 miles
    Test number
    295668623490
    • NoteRear exhaust clamp deteriorated

  15. Fail65,399 miles (+937)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,399 miles
    Test number
    728978723142
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust clamp deteriorated

  16. Pass64,462 miles (+2,331)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    64,462 miles
    Test number
    766766432160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,131 miles (+1,912)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    62,131 miles
    Test number
    328925941128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass60,219 miles (+4,024)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    60,219 miles
    Test number
    884752530143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,195 miles (+3,457)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2010
    Odometer
    56,195 miles
    Test number
    214953539458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    52,738 miles
    Test number
    810504538110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail52,731 miles (+760)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,731 miles
    Test number
    240254338159
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  22. Fail51,971 miles (+1,672)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,971 miles
    Test number
    983648147383
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass50,299 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    50,299 miles
    Test number
    674672747165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Fail50,299 miles (+3,497)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,299 miles
    Test number
    723882947109
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass46,802 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    46,802 miles
    Test number
    462075046196
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine oil level below minimum

Questions about Y896 KBL

Does Y896 KBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y896 KBL expired on 8 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y896 KBL?
The MOT on Y896 KBL expired on 8 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y896 KBL done?
Y896 KBL was recorded at 83,196 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2025, an average of 1,928 miles a year.
Has Y896 KBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y896 KBL has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2014.
Has the mileage on Y896 KBL 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 Y896 KBL find?
Y896 KBL passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2025 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside windscreen wiper blade defective, and 5 more.

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