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Saab 9-3

Red · Petrol · 2006 · 1,800 cc

LA55 GWKMOT history

LA55 GWK is a red petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 9 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 186,038 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2026.

LA55 GWK red 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 4 Jun 2027
Mileage
186,038 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,810 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 GWK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
9 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 GWK was last recorded at 186,038 miles on 3 Jun 2026, 34 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,004 miles · 27 May 2026
Between the last two tests
34 miles
Average per year
8,810 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 186,038 miles
  • 2025 – 180,457 miles
  • 2024 – 175,467 miles
  • 2023 – 171,112 miles
  • 2022 – 167,294 miles
  • 2021 – 163,764 miles
  • 2020 – 161,623 miles
  • 2019 – 158,019 miles
  • 2018 – 153,919 miles
  • 2017 – 151,642 miles
  • 2016 – 138,761 miles
  • 2015 – 124,780 miles
  • 2014 – 112,457 miles
  • 2013 – 97,326 miles
  • 2012 – 80,337 miles
  • 2011 – 60,903 miles
  • 2010 – 47,796 miles
  • 2009 – 32,866 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,038 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2011–2018

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass186,038 miles (+34)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    186,038 miles
    Test number
    981558122364
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail186,004 miles (+5,547)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,004 miles
    Test number
    483666977420
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass180,457 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    180,457 miles
    Test number
    693107811712
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported hose mount insecure (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail180,441 miles (+4,974)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,441 miles
    Test number
    406462459215
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported hose mount insecure (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass175,467 miles (+4,355)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    175,467 miles
    Test number
    973480450336
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMil light, but passed emissions

  6. Pass171,112 miles (+3,818)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    171,112 miles
    Test number
    980890243126
    • AdvisoryRear rear exhaust and silencer not supported by correct mountings but ok and secure

  7. Pass167,294 miles (+3,530)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    167,294 miles
    Test number
    399953203698
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective various (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pedal wearing smooth wearing on edge (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sidelight dim
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntermittent mil light but passed emissions

  8. Pass163,764 miles (+2,141)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    163,764 miles
    Test number
    912340371590
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside

  9. Pass161,623 miles (+52)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    161,623 miles
    Test number
    206888467322
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail161,571 miles (+3,552)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,571 miles
    Test number
    924694007094
    • MajorEmissions not tested Exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre to rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure Centre pipe bracket (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass158,019 miles (+4,100)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    158,019 miles
    Test number
    805564596589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass153,919 miles (+2,277)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    153,919 miles
    Test number
    162311943127
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass151,642 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    151,642 miles
    Test number
    821793231482
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)

  14. Fail151,642 miles (+12,881)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,642 miles
    Test number
    643142885298
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)

  15. Pass138,761 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    138,761 miles
    Test number
    312504010963
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryUpper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine management fault warning lamp remains illuminated

  16. Fail138,760 miles (+13,980)6 failures2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,760 miles
    Test number
    308877124350
    • FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryUpper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine management fault warning lamp remains illuminated

  17. Pass124,780 miles (+63)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    124,780 miles
    Test number
    346768415149
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine management fault warning lamp remains illuminated

  18. Fail124,717 miles (+12,260)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,717 miles
    Test number
    238812915469
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine management fault warning lamp remains illuminated

  19. Pass112,457 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    112,457 miles
    Test number
    815448094016
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres stepped on inner edges and perished 215/55/16 93W
    • NoteEngine oil leak probable oil filter

  20. Fail112,457 miles (+15,131)6 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,457 miles
    Test number
    696528794004
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres stepped on inner edges and perished 215/55/16 93W
    • NoteEml on
    • NoteEngine oil leak probable oil filter
    • NoteRear brake discs in poor condition

  21. Pass97,326 miles (+16,989)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    97,326 miles
    Test number
    259405303173
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass80,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    80,337 miles
    Test number
    177753802152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail80,337 miles (+19,434)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,337 miles
    Test number
    436493302172
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Fail60,903 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,903 miles
    Test number
    268224501440
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Pass60,903 miles (+13,107)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    60,903 miles
    Test number
    937054601166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass47,796 miles (+14,930)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    47,796 miles
    Test number
    204119900437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass32,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    32,866 miles
    Test number
    500353519069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail32,866 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,866 miles
    Test number
    290073319011
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Questions about LA55 GWK

Does LA55 GWK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 GWK is valid until 4 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA55 GWK?
The MOT on LA55 GWK is valid until 4 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 GWK done?
LA55 GWK was recorded at 186,038 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2026, an average of 8,810 miles a year.
Has LA55 GWK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 GWK has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LA55 GWK 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 GWK find?
LA55 GWK passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front brake hose slightly chafed; central exhaust mounting defective; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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