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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 2,000 cc

LA55 DFXMOT history

LA55 DFX is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 25 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 127,196 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

LA55 DFX grey Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Saab 9-3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
127,196 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,600 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 DFX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
25 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 DFX was last recorded at 127,196 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 5,548 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,648 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5,548 miles
Average per year
6,600 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 127,196 miles
  • 2024 – 121,648 miles
  • 2023 – 117,899 miles
  • 2022 – 113,573 miles
  • 2021 – 106,871 miles
  • 2020 – 94,475 miles
  • 2019 – 88,352 miles
  • 2018 – 80,219 miles
  • 2017 – 74,736 miles
  • 2016 – 68,876 miles
  • 2015 – 63,172 miles
  • 2014 – 58,029 miles
  • 2013 – 51,682 miles
  • 2012 – 42,236 miles
  • 2011 – 34,256 miles
  • 2010 – 27,511 miles
  • 2009 – 15,395 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,196 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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,196 miles (+5,548)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    127,196 miles
    Test number
    464171534522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass121,648 miles (+3,749)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    121,648 miles
    Test number
    354338150127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass117,899 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    117,899 miles
    Test number
    718414147911
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  4. Fail117,899 miles (+4,326)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,899 miles
    Test number
    938300459845
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  5. Pass113,573 miles (+6,702)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    113,573 miles
    Test number
    704276287511
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  6. Pass106,871 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    106,871 miles
    Test number
    354906909584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail106,871 miles (+12,396)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,871 miles
    Test number
    940399737221
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass94,475 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2021
    Odometer
    94,475 miles
    Test number
    713423727493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Both sides Tyre's wearing thin on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Fail94,475 miles (+6,123)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,475 miles
    Test number
    877669794599
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Both sides Tyre's wearing thin on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass88,352 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    88,352 miles
    Test number
    635955426249
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both wearing thin slightly on inner edge

  11. Fail88,352 miles (+8,133)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,352 miles
    Test number
    260382772872
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Both wearing thin slightly on inner edge

  12. Pass80,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    80,219 miles
    Test number
    820716916297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail80,219 miles (+5,483)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,219 miles
    Test number
    126655088434
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  14. Pass74,736 miles (+5,860)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    74,736 miles
    Test number
    246670656992
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass68,876 miles (+5,704)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    68,876 miles
    Test number
    560925277838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass63,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    63,172 miles
    Test number
    139964065058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail63,172 miles (+5,143)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,172 miles
    Test number
    359074765015
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Fail58,029 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,029 miles
    Test number
    187413164069
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass58,029 miles (+6,347)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    58,029 miles
    Test number
    869153564021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,682 miles (+9,446)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    51,682 miles
    Test number
    586284373099
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass42,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    42,236 miles
    Test number
    927397522004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail42,223 miles (+7,967)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,223 miles
    Test number
    939207422082
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass34,256 miles (+6,745)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    34,256 miles
    Test number
    457888921024
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass27,511 miles (+12,116)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    27,511 miles
    Test number
    142492730077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass15,395 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    15,395 miles
    Test number
    521609509007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LA55 DFX

Does LA55 DFX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 DFX is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LA55 DFX?
The MOT on LA55 DFX is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 DFX done?
LA55 DFX was recorded at 127,196 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 6,600 miles a year.
Has LA55 DFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 DFX has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LA55 DFX 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 DFX find?
LA55 DFX passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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