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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 2,000 cc

LA04 XMPMOT history

LA04 XMP is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2024 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 103,769 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Apr 2024
Mileage
103,769 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2023
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,029 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA04 XMP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA04 XMP was last recorded at 103,769 miles on 17 Mar 2023, 4,359 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,410 miles · 11 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
4,359 miles
Average per year
5,029 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 103,769 miles
  • 2022 – 99,410 miles
  • 2021 – 95,360 miles
  • 2019 – 92,626 miles
  • 2018 – 87,892 miles
  • 2017 – 84,225 miles
  • 2016 – 79,622 miles
  • 2015 – 74,072 miles
  • 2014 – 71,760 miles
  • 2013 – 69,529 miles
  • 2012 – 64,754 miles
  • 2011 – 60,469 miles
  • 2010 – 52,217 miles
  • 2009 – 43,167 miles
  • 2008 – 32,733 miles
  • 2007 – 24,317 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,769 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,769 miles (+4,359)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    103,769 miles
    Test number
    127677561587
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass99,410 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    99,410 miles
    Test number
    590236522066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play suspension arm outer joint (hub side) ON LIMIT NOW (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil ON LIMIT NOW (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine areas

  3. Fail99,410 miles (+4,050)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,410 miles
    Test number
    354179046070
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play suspension arm outer joint (hub side) ON LIMIT NOW (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil ON LIMIT NOW (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine areas

  4. Pass95,360 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    95,360 miles
    Test number
    139736274565
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail95,360 miles (+2,734)1 dangerous7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,360 miles
    Test number
    844303570695
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass92,626 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    92,626 miles
    Test number
    340613720385
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail92,626 miles (+4,734)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,626 miles
    Test number
    431946050781
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass87,892 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    87,892 miles
    Test number
    422460861629
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail87,892 miles (+3,667)5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,892 miles
    Test number
    887111638182
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass84,225 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    84,225 miles
    Test number
    852463121835
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail84,225 miles (+4,603)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,225 miles
    Test number
    758767500335
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass79,622 miles (+5,550)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    79,622 miles
    Test number
    462648483481
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass74,072 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    74,072 miles
    Test number
    526687465108
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail74,072 miles (+2,312)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,072 miles
    Test number
    578887665190
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass71,760 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    71,760 miles
    Test number
    289111794448
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Fail71,760 miles (+2,231)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,760 miles
    Test number
    795151794143
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass69,529 miles (+4,775)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    69,529 miles
    Test number
    399942373164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass64,754 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    64,754 miles
    Test number
    426144242153
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail64,754 miles (+4,285)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,754 miles
    Test number
    558214342130
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass60,469 miles (+8,252)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    60,469 miles
    Test number
    488578061197
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  21. Pass52,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    52,217 miles
    Test number
    484476760176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail52,217 miles (+9,050)3 dangerous1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,217 miles
    Test number
    642065560109
    • DangerousFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass43,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    43,167 miles
    Test number
    293232969177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail43,167 miles (+10,434)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,167 miles
    Test number
    741492269136
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside rear and offside rear tyres scuffed on sidewall.

  25. Pass32,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    32,733 miles
    Test number
    880238968152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail32,733 miles (+8,416)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,733 miles
    Test number
    284038368459
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  27. Pass24,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    24,317 miles
    Test number
    234089647182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA04 XMP

Does LA04 XMP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA04 XMP expired on 10 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA04 XMP?
The MOT on LA04 XMP expired on 10 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA04 XMP done?
LA04 XMP was recorded at 103,769 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2023, an average of 5,029 miles a year.
Has LA04 XMP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA04 XMP has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LA04 XMP 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 LA04 XMP find?
LA04 XMP passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive.

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