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Saab 9-3

Cream · Diesel · 2005 · 1,910 cc

L66 RSBMOT history

L66 RSB is a cream diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 16 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 1 Oct 2021 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 155,279 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jun 2022.

L66 RSB cream 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 Oct 2021
Mileage
155,279 mi
At MOT on 7 Jun 2022
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,312 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L66 RSB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Cream
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
7 Jun 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

L66 RSB was last recorded at 155,279 miles on 7 Jun 2022, 6,920 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,359 miles · 2 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
6,920 miles
Average per year
7,312 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 155,279 miles
  • 2020 – 148,359 miles
  • 2019 – 140,286 miles
  • 2018 – 134,146 miles
  • 2017 – 127,811 miles
  • 2016 – 118,025 miles
  • 2015 – 103,158 miles
  • 2014 – 86,110 miles
  • 2013 – 78,139 miles
  • 2012 – 71,509 miles
  • 2011 – 66,603 miles
  • 2010 – 61,446 miles
  • 2009 – 56,405 miles
  • 2008 – 54,868 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail155,279 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury outer wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 12 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail155,279 miles (+6,920)1 dangerous9 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,279 miles
    Test number
    246293889685
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury outer wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

  2. Pass148,359 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    148,359 miles
    Test number
    655642046806
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail148,335 miles (+8,049)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,335 miles
    Test number
    862441972654
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Caliper (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass140,286 miles (+6,140)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    140,286 miles
    Test number
    235191246290
    • AdvisoryAirbag light came on during mot but went out again and stayed off, possible underlying fault.
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass134,146 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    134,146 miles
    Test number
    280740606522
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Fail134,146 miles (+6,335)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,146 miles
    Test number
    579905964484
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass127,811 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    127,811 miles
    Test number
    276300936664
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  8. Fail127,806 miles (+9,781)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,806 miles
    Test number
    445761026164
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • 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)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexi jiont (7.1.2)

  9. Pass118,025 miles (+14,867)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    118,025 miles
    Test number
    285985882616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass103,158 miles (+17,048)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    103,158 miles
    Test number
    269528557807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,110 miles (+606)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    86,110 miles
    Test number
    159429834252
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail85,504 miles (+7,365)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,504 miles
    Test number
    339302334239
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass78,139 miles (+6,630)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    78,139 miles
    Test number
    387438523441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,509 miles (+4,906)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    71,509 miles
    Test number
    155131922296
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass66,603 miles (+5,157)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    66,603 miles
    Test number
    259963021274
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail61,446 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,446 miles
    Test number
    462008220271
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass61,446 miles (+5,041)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    61,446 miles
    Test number
    560628120280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,405 miles (+1,537)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    56,405 miles
    Test number
    871072269219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    54,868 miles
    Test number
    904416258234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L66 RSB

Does L66 RSB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L66 RSB expired on 1 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L66 RSB?
The MOT on L66 RSB expired on 1 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L66 RSB done?
L66 RSB was recorded at 155,279 miles at its MOT on 7 Jun 2022, an average of 7,312 miles a year.
Has L66 RSB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L66 RSB has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on L66 RSB 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 L66 RSB find?
L66 RSB failed its latest MOT on 7 Jun 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects and 1 minor defect: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; front brake disc significantly and obviously worn; nearside front coil spring fractured or broken, and 8 more.

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