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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,998 cc

L13 LHWMOT history

L13 LHW is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 27 Oct 2004. Its MOT expired on 14 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 123,144 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Nov 2024
Mileage
123,144 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,866 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 LHW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 LHW was last recorded at 123,144 miles on 6 Nov 2023, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,143 miles · 3 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,866 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 123,144 miles
  • 2022 – 120,026 miles
  • 2021 – 114,422 miles
  • 2020 – 111,399 miles
  • 2019 – 109,314 miles
  • 2018 – 108,491 miles
  • 2017 – 103,995 miles
  • 2016 – 102,618 miles
  • 2015 – 95,408 miles
  • 2014 – 93,381 miles
  • 2013 – 91,391 miles
  • 2012 – 86,550 miles
  • 2011 – 81,246 miles
  • 2010 – 76,271 miles
  • 2009 – 68,738 miles
  • 2008 – 56,984 miles
  • 2007 – 44,533 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,144 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Both Sides Floor Strengthening Plate / Bracket Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Fuel Filter Badly Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Outer Sill Covers Fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 10 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,144 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    123,144 miles
    Test number
    692505532797
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail123,143 miles (+3,117)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,143 miles
    Test number
    444269487338
    • MajorCentral Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced nearside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorCentral Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass120,026 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    120,026 miles
    Test number
    836156412404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail120,025 miles (+5,603)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,025 miles
    Test number
    610831119279
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced middle inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass114,422 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    114,422 miles
    Test number
    192162468739
    • AdvisoryBoth Sides Floor Strengthening Plate / Bracket Corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Filter Badly Corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter Sill Covers Fitted

  6. Fail114,419 miles (+3,020)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,419 miles
    Test number
    748004592739
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached Upper Shocker Mount Corroded / Deteriorated (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached Upper Shocker Mount Corroded / Deteriorated (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth Sides Floor Strengthening Plate / Bracket Corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Filter Badly Corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOuter Sill Covers Fitted

  7. Pass111,399 miles (+2,085)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    111,399 miles
    Test number
    217710869553
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass109,314 miles (+823)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    109,314 miles
    Test number
    209869503613
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass108,491 miles (+40)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    108,491 miles
    Test number
    575993817127
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCover sills fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc back plates corroded and holed
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to inner lower sills

  10. Fail108,451 miles (+4,456)8 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,451 miles
    Test number
    541778543039
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre worn to 2mm bald on edges with a split to the inner shoulder exposing the cords 225/45R17 (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt tie/track rod ball joint gaiter torn (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt tie/track rod ball joint gaiter torn (2.4.G.2)
    • FailurePosition lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)
    • FailureFront brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake discs heavily corroded and pitted (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCover sills fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc back plates corroded and holed
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to inner lower sills

  11. Pass103,995 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    103,995 miles
    Test number
    429468543454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail103,995 miles (+1,377)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,995 miles
    Test number
    128879898853
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass102,618 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    102,618 miles
    Test number
    204286473286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail102,618 miles (+7,210)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,618 miles
    Test number
    696520459523
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass95,408 miles (+2,027)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    95,408 miles
    Test number
    379313275008
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass93,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    93,381 miles
    Test number
    468725014344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail93,381 miles (+1,990)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,381 miles
    Test number
    505555214310
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  18. Pass91,391 miles (+24)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    91,391 miles
    Test number
    426052403477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail91,367 miles (+4,817)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,367 miles
    Test number
    387818893403
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass86,550 miles (+5,304)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    86,550 miles
    Test number
    936184782215
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass81,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    81,246 miles
    Test number
    196087171233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail81,246 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,246 miles
    Test number
    816003071217
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

  23. Pass81,246 miles (+4,975)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    81,246 miles
    Test number
    567453071299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass76,271 miles (+7,533)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    76,271 miles
    Test number
    441087680260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass68,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    68,738 miles
    Test number
    813480449281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail68,738 miles (+11,754)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,738 miles
    Test number
    844580149287
    • FailureNearside Front Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass56,984 miles (+12,451)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    56,984 miles
    Test number
    190695738266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass44,533 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    44,533 miles
    Test number
    661813057209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L13 LHW

Does L13 LHW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L13 LHW expired on 14 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L13 LHW?
The MOT on L13 LHW expired on 14 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L13 LHW done?
L13 LHW was recorded at 123,144 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2023, an average of 4,866 miles a year.
Has L13 LHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 LHW has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on L13 LHW 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 L13 LHW find?
L13 LHW passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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