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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,910 cc

LA55 DCOMOT history

LA55 DCO is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 2 Feb 2023 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 122,052 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2022.

LA55 DCO blue 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 2 Feb 2023
Mileage
122,052 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2022
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,453 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 DCO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 DCO was last recorded at 122,052 miles on 3 Feb 2022, 12,732 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,320 miles · 27 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
12,732 miles
Average per year
6,453 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 122,052 miles
  • 2021 – 109,320 miles
  • 2020 – 106,681 miles
  • 2019 – 100,135 miles
  • 2018 – 94,279 miles
  • 2017 – 89,002 miles
  • 2016 – 83,634 miles
  • 2015 – 76,785 miles
  • 2014 – 71,637 miles
  • 2013 – 65,800 miles
  • 2012 – 61,256 miles
  • 2011 – 55,758 miles
  • 2010 – 48,603 miles
  • 2009 – 37,795 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,052 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 13 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,052 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    122,052 miles
    Test number
    194663518357
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail122,052 miles (+12,732)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,052 miles
    Test number
    140014895176
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass109,320 miles (+2,639)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    109,320 miles
    Test number
    732218587597
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front cv boot slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass106,681 miles (+6,546)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    106,681 miles
    Test number
    349363917166
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass100,135 miles (+5,856)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    100,135 miles
    Test number
    986035844333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass94,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    94,279 miles
    Test number
    102991587602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail94,279 miles (+5,277)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,279 miles
    Test number
    962305885396
    • FailureFuel system component leaking Fuel filter (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  8. Pass89,002 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    89,002 miles
    Test number
    747046082721
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail89,001 miles (+5,367)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,001 miles
    Test number
    324439799488
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass83,634 miles (+6,849)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    83,634 miles
    Test number
    695486033626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass76,785 miles (+5,148)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    76,785 miles
    Test number
    849074015039
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass71,637 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    71,637 miles
    Test number
    705053524081
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Fail71,637 miles (+5,837)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,637 miles
    Test number
    967181424053
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass65,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    65,800 miles
    Test number
    998341633006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail65,800 miles (+4,544)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,800 miles
    Test number
    446661033067
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass61,256 miles (+5,498)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    61,256 miles
    Test number
    265751132097
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  17. Pass55,758 miles (+7,155)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    55,758 miles
    Test number
    587409311053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,603 miles (+10,808)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    48,603 miles
    Test number
    614338210046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    37,795 miles
    Test number
    963653019048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 DCO

Does LA55 DCO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA55 DCO expired on 2 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA55 DCO?
The MOT on LA55 DCO expired on 2 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA55 DCO done?
LA55 DCO was recorded at 122,052 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2022, an average of 6,453 miles a year.
Has LA55 DCO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 DCO has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LA55 DCO 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 DCO find?
LA55 DCO passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2022 with 1 advisory: offside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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