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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,998 cc

LA55 GWZMOT history

LA55 GWZ is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 70,941 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

LA55 GWZ silver 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 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
70,941 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,504 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 GWZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 GWZ was last recorded at 70,941 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 4,066 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,875 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,066 miles
Average per year
2,504 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,941 miles
  • 2025 – 66,875 miles
  • 2024 – 65,674 miles
  • 2023 – 63,760 miles
  • 2022 – 61,255 miles
  • 2021 – 58,513 miles
  • 2020 – 56,014 miles
  • 2019 – 53,399 miles
  • 2018 – 50,623 miles
  • 2017 – 49,584 miles
  • 2016 – 48,980 miles
  • 2014 – 47,997 miles
  • 2013 – 47,032 miles
  • 2011 – 44,581 miles
  • 2010 – 40,153 miles
  • 2009 – 28,448 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,941 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

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 Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 26 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,941 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    70,941 miles
    Test number
    471074334935
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail70,941 miles (+4,066)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,941 miles
    Test number
    619061891412
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass66,875 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    66,875 miles
    Test number
    811282146876
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail66,875 miles (+1,201)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,875 miles
    Test number
    614368366490
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass65,674 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    65,674 miles
    Test number
    433121562799
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail65,674 miles (+1,914)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,674 miles
    Test number
    745599135497
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass63,760 miles (+2,505)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    63,760 miles
    Test number
    210852771209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass61,255 miles (+2,742)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    61,255 miles
    Test number
    636563543803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass58,513 miles (+2,499)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    58,513 miles
    Test number
    177593570217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass56,014 miles (+2,615)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    56,014 miles
    Test number
    747569552336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass53,399 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    53,399 miles
    Test number
    561646517702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail53,398 miles (+2,775)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,398 miles
    Test number
    817442061690
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass50,623 miles (+1,039)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    50,623 miles
    Test number
    380720091798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    49,584 miles
    Test number
    833695684909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail49,584 miles (+604)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,584 miles
    Test number
    395416868080
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low both (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  16. Pass48,980 miles (+983)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    48,980 miles
    Test number
    677043091492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,997 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    47,997 miles
    Test number
    885355244323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail47,997 miles (+965)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,997 miles
    Test number
    826135644337
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass47,032 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    47,032 miles
    Test number
    478392033313
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail47,032 miles (+624)1 failure2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,032 miles
    Test number
    455831033404
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass46,408 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    46,408 miles
    Test number
    668228553096
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail46,401 miles (+1,820)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,401 miles
    Test number
    126657653401
    • FailureHorn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass44,581 miles (+1,933)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    44,581 miles
    Test number
    495821601488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,648 miles (+2,495)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    42,648 miles
    Test number
    829843051011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass40,153 miles (+11,705)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    40,153 miles
    Test number
    584235350081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    28,448 miles
    Test number
    633686029027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 GWZ

Does LA55 GWZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 GWZ is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA55 GWZ?
The MOT on LA55 GWZ is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 GWZ done?
LA55 GWZ was recorded at 70,941 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 2,504 miles a year.
Has LA55 GWZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 GWZ has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LA55 GWZ 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 GWZ find?
LA55 GWZ passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 2 more.

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