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Saab 9-3 Vector 150 BHP S-A

Yellow · Petrol · 2006 · 2,000 cc

LA55 DAUMOT history

LA55 DAU is a yellow petrol Saab 9-3 Vector 150 BHP S-A first used on 8 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 30 Aug 2023 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 92,897 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Aug 2022.

LA55 DAU yellow Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Aug 2023
Mileage
92,897 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2012
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
20,997 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 DAU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3 Vector 150 BHP S-A
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
8 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 DAU was last recorded at 92,897 miles on 11 Apr 2012, 12,462 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2011.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
80,435 miles · 14 Jan 2011
Between the last two tests
12,462 miles
Average per year
20,997 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2012 – 92,897 miles
  • 2011 – 80,435 miles
  • 2010 – 53,375 miles
  • 2009 – 25,982 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 2 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    593687558712
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. FailMileage not read2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    932050817847
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    106411776063
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. PassMileage not read1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    294441965585
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. FailMileage not read2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    140057777730
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. PassMileage not read1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    171198858211
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. FailMileage not read1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    941550480743
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. PassMileage not read1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    474351023511
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. FailMileage not read1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    638415397949
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    554611127570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. FailMileage not read1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    686363694496
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    722645072278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    805278485195
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  14. FailMileage not read1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    377691285196
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  15. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    417869884186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    967785283159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    239395583492
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass92,897 miles (+12,462)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    92,897 miles
    Test number
    447892102179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass80,435 miles (+27,060)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    80,435 miles
    Test number
    627944011053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,375 miles (+27,393)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    53,375 miles
    Test number
    602706130018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    25,982 miles
    Test number
    141573839029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 DAU

Does LA55 DAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA55 DAU expired on 30 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA55 DAU?
The MOT on LA55 DAU expired on 30 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA55 DAU done?
LA55 DAU was recorded at 92,897 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2012, an average of 20,997 miles a year.
Has LA55 DAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 DAU has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LA55 DAU 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 LA55 DAU find?
LA55 DAU passed its latest MOT on 2 Aug 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 1 more.

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