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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,910 cc

LA55 GVUMOT history

LA55 GVU is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 11 Apr 2023 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 184,138 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Apr 2022.

LA55 GVU black 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 11 Apr 2023
Mileage
184,138 mi
At MOT on 12 Apr 2022
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,486 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 GVU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 GVU was last recorded at 184,138 miles on 12 Apr 2022, 4,396 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,742 miles · 12 Dec 2019
Between the last two tests
4,396 miles
Average per year
7,486 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 184,138 miles
  • 2019 – 179,742 miles
  • 2018 – 176,540 miles
  • 2016 – 165,120 miles
  • 2015 – 157,970 miles
  • 2014 – 148,480 miles
  • 2013 – 137,633 miles
  • 2012 – 126,835 miles
  • 2011 – 113,893 miles
  • 2010 – 103,026 miles
  • 2009 – 86,348 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,138 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Both offside and nearside front brake hose ferruls corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust front rubber exhaust hangers deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Slight chip in centre of front windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Slight play at central lower steering universal joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 20 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,138 miles (+4,396)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    184,138 miles
    Test number
    276115569468
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass179,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    179,742 miles
    Test number
    701507045980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail179,742 miles (+3,202)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,742 miles
    Test number
    419287793037
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing at inner tread and shredding treads
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking between outer tread and side wall
    • AdvisoryRear number plate lights are dull
    • AdvisoryBoth offside and nearside rear lower front suspension arms outer covers deteriorating

  4. Pass176,540 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    176,540 miles
    Test number
    709806934851
    • AdvisoryBoth offside and nearside front brake hose ferruls corroding
    • AdvisoryExhaust front rubber exhaust hangers deteriorating
    • AdvisorySlight chip in centre of front windscreen
    • AdvisorySlight play at central lower steering universal joint

  5. Fail176,540 miles (+3,958)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,540 miles
    Test number
    522932364596
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users fuel filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth offside and nearside front brake hose ferruls corroding
    • AdvisoryExhaust front rubber exhaust hangers deteriorating
    • AdvisorySlight chip in centre of front windscreen
    • AdvisorySlight play at central lower steering universal joint

  6. Pass172,582 miles (+7,462)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    172,582 miles
    Test number
    904046983423
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Pass165,120 miles (+7,150)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    165,120 miles
    Test number
    792318881335
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe corroded and deteriorating
    • AdvisorySlight damage at outer sidewall off nearside front tyre

  8. Pass157,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    157,970 miles
    Test number
    626268948852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail157,970 miles (+9,490)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,970 miles
    Test number
    476034966643
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  10. Pass148,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    148,480 miles
    Test number
    477518934419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail148,480 miles (+2,891)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,480 miles
    Test number
    528748534310
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteRubber hanger at exhaust bracket at rear axke worn

  12. Pass145,589 miles (+7,956)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    145,589 miles
    Test number
    249759584467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass137,633 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    137,633 miles
    Test number
    387487103409
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNear side rear wheel slightlt tight to turn
    • NoteWiering insecure at fuel filter

  14. Fail137,633 miles (+10,798)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,633 miles
    Test number
    417597803268
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteNear side rear wheel slightlt tight to turn
    • NoteWiering insecure at fuel filter

  15. Pass126,835 miles (+485)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    126,835 miles
    Test number
    369120422214
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail126,350 miles (+12,457)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,350 miles
    Test number
    888139002212
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass113,893 miles (+10,867)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    113,893 miles
    Test number
    857497611239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass103,026 miles (+3,305)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    103,026 miles
    Test number
    184350050297
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass99,721 miles (+13,373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    99,721 miles
    Test number
    602388270060
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Fail86,348 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,348 miles
    Test number
    132289479032
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  21. Pass86,348 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    86,348 miles
    Test number
    184069279404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 GVU

Does LA55 GVU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA55 GVU expired on 11 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA55 GVU?
The MOT on LA55 GVU expired on 11 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA55 GVU done?
LA55 GVU was recorded at 184,138 miles at its MOT on 12 Apr 2022, an average of 7,486 miles a year.
Has LA55 GVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 GVU has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on LA55 GVU 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 GVU find?
LA55 GVU passed its latest MOT on 12 Apr 2022 with 8 advisories: nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 5 more.

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