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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,985 cc

LA51 XAXMOT history

LA51 XAX is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 11 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 16 Feb 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 65,150 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Feb 2026
Mileage
65,150 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,761 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 XAX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
11 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 XAX was last recorded at 65,150 miles on 17 Feb 2025, 4,176 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,974 miles · 13 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
4,176 miles
Average per year
2,761 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 65,150 miles
  • 2023 – 60,974 miles
  • 2022 – 53,828 miles
  • 2021 – 44,547 miles
  • 2020 – 42,713 miles
  • 2018 – 41,375 miles
  • 2017 – 40,077 miles
  • 2016 – 36,564 miles
  • 2015 – 35,631 miles
  • 2014 – 34,132 miles
  • 2013 – 32,685 miles
  • 2012 – 30,237 miles
  • 2011 – 27,752 miles
  • 2010 – 25,802 miles
  • 2009 – 21,317 miles
  • 2008 – 17,449 miles
  • 2007 – 15,258 miles
  • 2006 – 12,524 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,150 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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,150 miles (+4,176)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    65,150 miles
    Test number
    969959498237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass60,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    60,974 miles
    Test number
    365635136682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail60,974 miles (+7,146)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,974 miles
    Test number
    866652574647
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass53,828 miles (+9,281)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    53,828 miles
    Test number
    166310046780
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass44,547 miles (+696)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    44,547 miles
    Test number
    573636977742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass43,851 miles (+1,138)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    43,851 miles
    Test number
    343527964252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass42,713 miles (+1,338)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    42,713 miles
    Test number
    690846858608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass41,375 miles (+1,298)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    41,375 miles
    Test number
    943413149253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass40,077 miles (+3,513)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    40,077 miles
    Test number
    504213298646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass36,564 miles (+933)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    36,564 miles
    Test number
    615509383190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass35,631 miles (+1,499)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    35,631 miles
    Test number
    748114225079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass34,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    34,132 miles
    Test number
    258207924014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail34,132 miles (+1,447)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,132 miles
    Test number
    356717224021
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  14. Pass32,685 miles (+2,448)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    32,685 miles
    Test number
    157929323476
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass30,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    30,237 miles
    Test number
    496029712068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail30,237 miles (+2,485)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,237 miles
    Test number
    809109212026
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass27,752 miles (+1,950)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    27,752 miles
    Test number
    388714921067
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre sidewalls are starting to perish

  18. Fail25,802 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,802 miles
    Test number
    421871320000
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass25,802 miles (+4,485)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    25,802 miles
    Test number
    563991220052
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass21,317 miles (+3,868)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    21,317 miles
    Test number
    430734119040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,449 miles (+2,191)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    17,449 miles
    Test number
    401653828054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass15,258 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    15,258 miles
    Test number
    123115427044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail15,247 miles (+2,723)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,247 miles
    Test number
    324283127015
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail12,524 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,524 miles
    Test number
    262537826032
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryLower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass12,524 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    12,524 miles
    Test number
    501477726087
    • AdvisoryLower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Fail12,524 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,524 miles
    Test number
    130537726406
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteChip in windscreen with in limits

  27. Pass12,524 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    12,524 miles
    Test number
    690417926028
    • NoteChip in windscreen with in limits

Questions about LA51 XAX

Does LA51 XAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 XAX expired on 16 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 XAX?
The MOT on LA51 XAX expired on 16 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 XAX done?
LA51 XAX was recorded at 65,150 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2025, an average of 2,761 miles a year.
Has LA51 XAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 XAX has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LA51 XAX 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 LA51 XAX find?
LA51 XAX passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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