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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,985 cc

L3 FCUMOT history

L3 FCU is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 10 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 112,910 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
112,910 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,495 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 FCU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 FCU was last recorded at 112,910 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 3,722 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,188 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,722 miles
Average per year
3,495 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,910 miles
  • 2025 – 109,188 miles
  • 2024 – 106,628 miles
  • 2023 – 103,199 miles
  • 2018 – 102,984 miles
  • 2017 – 101,532 miles
  • 2016 – 100,062 miles
  • 2015 – 98,104 miles
  • 2014 – 96,472 miles
  • 2013 – 94,496 miles
  • 2011 – 91,364 miles
  • 2010 – 83,668 miles
  • 2009 – 76,264 miles
  • 2008 – 66,708 miles
  • 2007 – 56,117 miles
  • 2006 – 47,501 miles
  • 2005 – 41,590 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,910 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,910 miles (+3,722)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    112,910 miles
    Test number
    592410453843
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass109,188 miles (+2,560)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    109,188 miles
    Test number
    695989462662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass106,628 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    106,628 miles
    Test number
    459625511422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail106,621 miles (+3,422)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,621 miles
    Test number
    508930054244
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced centre off floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch behind wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass103,199 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    103,199 miles
    Test number
    664654309038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail103,170 miles (+186)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,170 miles
    Test number
    469749101188
    • MajorNearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass102,984 miles (+1,452)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    102,984 miles
    Test number
    165519055483
    • AdvisoryFront tyres have age related cracking but no ply exposed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyres have age related cracking but no ply exposed
    • AdvisoryUnderbody has slight corrosion

  8. Pass101,532 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    101,532 miles
    Test number
    152939725627
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive floor pan (5.2.6)

  9. Fail101,532 miles (+1,470)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,532 miles
    Test number
    861791782810
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive floor pan (5.2.6)

  10. Pass100,062 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    100,062 miles
    Test number
    483810475390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail100,062 miles (+1,958)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,062 miles
    Test number
    777293293847
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor as marked (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass98,104 miles (+1,632)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    98,104 miles
    Test number
    615960545032
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear silencer deteriorated

  13. Pass96,472 miles (+1,976)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    96,472 miles
    Test number
    398965844020
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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. Pass94,496 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    94,496 miles
    Test number
    198908653061
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail94,491 miles (+3,127)2 failures2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,491 miles
    Test number
    935708353090
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass91,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    91,364 miles
    Test number
    139812021317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail91,364 miles (+7,696)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,364 miles
    Test number
    368402921311
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass83,668 miles (+7,404)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    83,668 miles
    Test number
    220407410352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass76,264 miles (+9,556)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    76,264 miles
    Test number
    900227499295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass66,708 miles (+10,591)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    66,708 miles
    Test number
    121677928360
    • NoteTRIMS FITTED TO OUTER SILLS
    • NoteBoth front shockers corroded
    • NoteFront brakes out of balance 21% limit 25%
    • NoteSteering rack flexing on bulkhead/cover fitted

  21. Pass56,117 miles (+8,616)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    56,117 miles
    Test number
    304732167269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,501 miles (+5,911)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    47,501 miles
    Test number
    204336826251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    41,590 miles
    Test number
    311085745275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 FCU

Does L3 FCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 FCU is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 FCU?
The MOT on L3 FCU is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 FCU done?
L3 FCU was recorded at 112,910 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 3,495 miles a year.
Has L3 FCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 FCU has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on L3 FCU 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 L3 FCU find?
L3 FCU passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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