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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,910 cc

L30 DEXMOT history

L30 DEX is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 23 Mar 2009. Its MOT expired on 14 Feb 2023 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 168,969 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2023.

L30 DEX black Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Feb 2023
Mileage
168,969 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2023
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,241 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 DEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
23 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

L30 DEX was last recorded at 168,969 miles on 14 Feb 2023, 8,747 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,222 miles · 15 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
8,747 miles
Average per year
10,241 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 168,969 miles
  • 2022 – 160,222 miles
  • 2021 – 151,680 miles
  • 2020 – 151,564 miles
  • 2019 – 133,251 miles
  • 2018 – 121,952 miles
  • 2017 – 113,004 miles
  • 2016 – 106,679 miles
  • 2015 – 96,090 miles
  • 2014 – 84,848 miles
  • 2013 – 69,094 miles
  • 2012 – 57,297 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail168,969 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak DPF (8.2.2.1 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heatshield loose
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryExhaust system hitting rear axle

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both springs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chip

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 20 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail168,969 miles (+8,747)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,969 miles
    Test number
    849462141232
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak DPF (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heatshield loose
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system hitting rear axle
  2. Pass160,222 miles (+8,542)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    160,222 miles
    Test number
    871785947248
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases around dpf. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s D bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass151,680 miles (+116)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    151,680 miles
    Test number
    349022502140
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail151,564 miles (+7,275)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,564 miles
    Test number
    718136855808
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi-pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass144,289 miles (+11,038)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    144,289 miles
    Test number
    701766062683
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass133,251 miles (+11,299)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    133,251 miles
    Test number
    864897410375
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all rear
  7. Pass121,952 miles (+8,948)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    121,952 miles
    Test number
    184715577818
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rears (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring views of some components
  8. Pass113,004 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    113,004 miles
    Test number
    947075851130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  9. Fail113,044 miles (+6,365)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,044 miles
    Test number
    740266610794
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  10. Pass106,679 miles (+10,589)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    106,679 miles
    Test number
    494832403315
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' nearside front (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAdvisory driver front seat belt is slow to return
    • AdvisoryAdvisory engine cover and under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively offside front (3.7.B.3)
  11. Pass96,090 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    96,090 miles
    Test number
    116455875417
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  12. Fail96,058 miles (+11,210)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,058 miles
    Test number
    589993875003
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  13. Pass84,848 miles (+15,754)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    84,848 miles
    Test number
    855689764015
    • 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)
  14. Pass69,094 miles (+11,797)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    69,094 miles
    Test number
    929497963017
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass57,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    57,297 miles
    Test number
    107390482462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L30 DEX

Does L30 DEX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L30 DEX expired on 14 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L30 DEX?
The MOT on L30 DEX expired on 14 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L30 DEX done?
L30 DEX was recorded at 168,969 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2023, an average of 10,241 miles a year.
Has L30 DEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 DEX has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on L30 DEX 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 L30 DEX find?
L30 DEX failed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2023 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak dpf; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 8 more.

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