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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,985 cc

LA51 XBVMOT history

LA51 XBV is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 28 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 3 Nov 2022 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 98,343 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Nov 2022
Mileage
98,343 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2021
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,955 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 XBV
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
28 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 XBV was last recorded at 98,343 miles on 4 Nov 2021, 159 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,184 miles · 28 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
159 miles
Average per year
3,955 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 98,343 miles
  • 2020 – 96,654 miles
  • 2019 – 93,976 miles
  • 2018 – 91,612 miles
  • 2015 – 91,220 miles
  • 2012 – 90,412 miles
  • 2011 – 80,419 miles
  • 2009 – 70,673 miles
  • 2008 – 56,472 miles
  • 2007 – 43,548 miles
  • 2006 – 37,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,343 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryEngine has an oil leak
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Engine leaking oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Engine breather pipe split (rear of engine)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged Glass missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 15 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,343 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    98,343 miles
    Test number
    170650321670
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine has an oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail98,343 miles (+159)2 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,343 miles
    Test number
    228724928833
    • Repaired at testMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine has an oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail98,184 miles (+1,530)5 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,184 miles
    Test number
    659657818496
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin Rocker cover breather pipe has been modified (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements De-laminated (0.1 (d))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine leaking oil

  4. Pass96,654 miles (+9)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    96,654 miles
    Test number
    689520955841
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine breather pipe split (rear of engine)
    • AdvisoryEngine leaking oil
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged Glass missing

  5. Fail96,645 miles (+2,669)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,645 miles
    Test number
    565390725657
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine breather pipe split (rear of engine)
    • AdvisoryEngine leaking oil
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged Glass missing

  6. Pass93,976 miles (+2,364)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    93,976 miles
    Test number
    714826214122
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine leaking oil

  7. Pass91,612 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    91,612 miles
    Test number
    512833315331
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavily corroded

  8. Fail91,606 miles (+386)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,606 miles
    Test number
    995167377204
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavily corroded

  9. Pass91,220 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    91,220 miles
    Test number
    878047100995
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking and outer tread wearing low
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail91,218 miles (+806)7 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,218 miles
    Test number
    994828924920
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishing cracking outer tread low
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' 38mm (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear and offside rear brakes slightly binding
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySecurity of rear spoiler
    • AdvisoryService brake travel

  11. Pass90,412 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    90,412 miles
    Test number
    327491572406
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded pitted\front brake discs lipped and worn\oil leak\rear brakes slightly binding\osr tyre wearing on edges

  12. Fail90,412 miles (+9,993)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,412 miles
    Test number
    188811872231
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded pitted\front brake discs lipped and worn\oil leak\rear brakes slightly binding\osr tyre wearing on edges

  13. Pass80,419 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    80,419 miles
    Test number
    585892091188
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear discs corroded on face

  14. Fail80,419 miles (+9,746)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,419 miles
    Test number
    525842491109
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear discs corroded on face

  15. Pass70,673 miles (+14,201)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    70,673 miles
    Test number
    173806479153
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  16. Pass56,472 miles (+12,924)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    56,472 miles
    Test number
    650190888164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,548 miles (+6,069)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    43,548 miles
    Test number
    281285337148
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass37,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    37,479 miles
    Test number
    603446266180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 XBV

Does LA51 XBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 XBV expired on 3 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 XBV?
The MOT on LA51 XBV expired on 3 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 XBV done?
LA51 XBV was recorded at 98,343 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2021, an average of 3,955 miles a year.
Has LA51 XBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 XBV has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LA51 XBV 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 XBV find?
LA51 XBV passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2021 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; engine has an oil leak, and 1 more.

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