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Saab 9-3

Yellow · Petrol · 2005 · 2,000 cc

K18 LKYMOT history

K18 LKY is a yellow petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 19 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 1 Mar 2024 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 128,089 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Mar 2023.

K18 LKY yellow Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Saab 9-3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Mar 2024
Mileage
128,089 mi
At MOT on 1 Mar 2023
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,194 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 LKY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 May 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 LKY was last recorded at 128,089 miles on 1 Mar 2023, 8,193 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,896 miles · 2 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
8,193 miles
Average per year
6,194 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 128,089 miles
  • 2022 – 119,896 miles
  • 2020 – 112,824 miles
  • 2019 – 100,621 miles
  • 2018 – 84,089 miles
  • 2017 – 74,397 miles
  • 2015 – 63,589 miles
  • 2014 – 57,066 miles
  • 2013 – 54,255 miles
  • 2012 – 53,234 miles
  • 2011 – 49,900 miles
  • 2010 – 47,439 miles
  • 2009 – 43,124 miles
  • 2008 – 36,070 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,089 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust system starting to deteriorate
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • SILL COVERS FITTED RESTRICTED INSPECTION

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 22 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,089 miles (+8,193)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    128,089 miles
    Test number
    177130220403
    • AdvisoryExhaust system starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass119,896 miles (+41)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    119,896 miles
    Test number
    175408034035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySILL COVERS FITTED RESTRICTED INSPECTION
  3. Fail119,855 miles (+7,031)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,855 miles
    Test number
    587597909137
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySILL COVERS FITTED RESTRICTED INSPECTION
  4. Pass112,824 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    112,824 miles
    Test number
    398288457734
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  5. Fail112,824 miles (+12,203)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,824 miles
    Test number
    884420240480
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  6. Pass100,621 miles (+16,532)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,621 miles
    Test number
    579450784326
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass84,089 miles (+3,266)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    84,089 miles
    Test number
    222651302900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,823 miles (+6,426)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    80,823 miles
    Test number
    432132990975
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  9. Pass74,397 miles (+10,808)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    74,397 miles
    Test number
    251964234763
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  10. Pass63,589 miles (+36)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    63,589 miles
    Test number
    649578435054
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSlight cut on nearside front tyre inner wall
  11. Fail63,553 miles (+6,487)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,553 miles
    Test number
    967681335055
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSlight cut on nearside front tyre inner wall
  12. Pass57,066 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    57,066 miles
    Test number
    585641214071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Fail57,066 miles (+2,811)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,066 miles
    Test number
    158241914094
    • FailureFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass54,255 miles (+1,021)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    54,255 miles
    Test number
    527231313067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,234 miles (+3,334)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    53,234 miles
    Test number
    855929302049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,900 miles (+2,461)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    49,900 miles
    Test number
    528812211008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,439 miles (+4,315)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    47,439 miles
    Test number
    224441520051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,124 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    43,124 miles
    Test number
    471303229045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail43,124 miles (+7,054)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,124 miles
    Test number
    864922929094
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
  20. Pass36,070 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    36,070 miles
    Test number
    792123918118
    • NoteAll four tyres showing uneven wear
    • NoteSeveral minor cuts in nearside rear tyre outer wall

Questions about K18 LKY

Does K18 LKY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K18 LKY expired on 1 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K18 LKY?
The MOT on K18 LKY expired on 1 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K18 LKY done?
K18 LKY was recorded at 128,089 miles at its MOT on 1 Mar 2023, an average of 6,194 miles a year.
Has K18 LKY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 LKY has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on K18 LKY 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 K18 LKY find?
K18 LKY passed its latest MOT on 1 Mar 2023 with 2 advisories: exhaust system starting to deteriorate; oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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