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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,000 cc

L53 BWKMOT history

L53 BWK is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 10 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 126,393 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

L53 BWK black Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Nov 2026
Mileage
126,393 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,712 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L53 BWK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
10 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L53 BWK was last recorded at 126,393 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,385 miles · 30 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
5,712 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,393 miles
  • 2024 – 125,882 miles
  • 2023 – 125,413 miles
  • 2022 – 124,915 miles
  • 2021 – 124,430 miles
  • 2020 – 123,997 miles
  • 2019 – 120,947 miles
  • 2018 – 113,674 miles
  • 2017 – 106,671 miles
  • 2016 – 99,560 miles
  • 2015 – 91,569 miles
  • 2014 – 85,224 miles
  • 2013 – 76,558 miles
  • 2012 – 68,756 miles
  • 2011 – 61,008 miles
  • 2010 – 52,493 miles
  • 2009 – 42,288 miles
  • 2008 – 29,184 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,393 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Coil spring worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Coil spring worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,393 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    126,393 miles
    Test number
    917396885349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail126,385 miles (+503)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,385 miles
    Test number
    772038393457
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working Both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass125,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    125,882 miles
    Test number
    135438532844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail125,882 miles (+469)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,882 miles
    Test number
    830511376527
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass125,413 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    125,413 miles
    Test number
    313117464558
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail125,413 miles (+498)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,413 miles
    Test number
    819921433947
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass124,915 miles (+485)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    124,915 miles
    Test number
    389532116806
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Pass124,430 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    124,430 miles
    Test number
    972746290273
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Corroded and small hole (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (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 Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail124,430 miles (+433)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,430 miles
    Test number
    717960618858
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Corroded and small hole (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (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 Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass123,997 miles (+31)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    123,997 miles
    Test number
    901021542389
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail123,966 miles (+3,019)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,966 miles
    Test number
    579156207642
    • DangerousBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front inner worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass120,947 miles (+7,273)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    120,947 miles
    Test number
    147517881734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass113,674 miles (+7,003)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    113,674 miles
    Test number
    656310033867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass106,671 miles (+7,111)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    106,671 miles
    Test number
    695568421033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass99,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    99,560 miles
    Test number
    363386790757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail99,560 miles (+7,991)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,560 miles
    Test number
    186381026795
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick rears (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass91,569 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    91,569 miles
    Test number
    221330890626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail91,563 miles (+6,339)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,563 miles
    Test number
    468003049989
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  19. Pass85,224 miles (+8,666)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    85,224 miles
    Test number
    659026614395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass76,558 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    76,558 miles
    Test number
    628929003308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail76,558 miles (+7,802)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,558 miles
    Test number
    745119903399
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass68,756 miles (+7,748)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    68,756 miles
    Test number
    637761712372
    • 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)

  23. Pass61,008 miles (+8,515)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    61,008 miles
    Test number
    299248091248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass52,493 miles (+10,205)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    52,493 miles
    Test number
    680646910361
    • 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)

  25. Pass42,288 miles (+13,104)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    42,288 miles
    Test number
    384470529354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass29,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    29,184 miles
    Test number
    210203428352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L53 BWK

Does L53 BWK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L53 BWK is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L53 BWK?
The MOT on L53 BWK is valid until 24 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L53 BWK done?
L53 BWK was recorded at 126,393 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 5,712 miles a year.
Has L53 BWK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L53 BWK has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L53 BWK 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 L53 BWK find?
L53 BWK passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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