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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,985 cc

LB02 OLEMOT history

LB02 OLE is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 15 Jun 2002. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 205,603 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2024
Mileage
205,603 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2024
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,637 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB02 OLE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
15 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB02 OLE was last recorded at 205,603 miles on 27 Nov 2024, 14,397 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jul 2012: 74,525 miles, lower than 632,552 miles on 26 Jul 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
191,206 miles · 6 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
14,397 miles
Average per year
9,637 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 205,603 miles
  • 2023 – 191,206 miles
  • 2022 – 180,614 miles
  • 2021 – 170,379 miles
  • 2020 – 163,190 miles
  • 2019 – 152,157 miles
  • 2018 – 139,614 miles
  • 2017 – 129,497 miles
  • 2016 – 117,527 miles
  • 2015 – 106,311 miles
  • 2014 – 95,683 miles
  • 2013 – 85,557 miles
  • 2012 – 74,562 miles
  • 2011 – 632,552 miles
  • 2010 – 50,948 miles
  • 2009 – 42,782 miles
  • 2008 – 35,477 miles
  • 2007 – 31,783 miles
  • 2006 – 27,751 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail205,603 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected floor area (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill area (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT failures 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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear exhaust outer skin corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail205,603 miles (+14,397)4 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,603 miles
    Test number
    714087263925
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected floor area (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill area (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass191,206 miles (+10,592)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    191,206 miles
    Test number
    183600491653
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass180,614 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    180,614 miles
    Test number
    253169445458
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail180,614 miles (+10,235)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,614 miles
    Test number
    464602665401
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass170,379 miles (+7,189)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    170,379 miles
    Test number
    409578172830
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Both joins (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass163,190 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    163,190 miles
    Test number
    126675992906
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin corroded

  7. Fail163,184 miles (+11,027)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,184 miles
    Test number
    552009633397
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin corroded

  8. Pass152,157 miles (+12,543)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    152,157 miles
    Test number
    196440863027
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass139,614 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    139,614 miles
    Test number
    506983721331
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective stone chip (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroding

  10. Fail139,614 miles (+10,117)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,614 miles
    Test number
    861238466552
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective stone chip (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroding

  11. Pass129,497 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    129,497 miles
    Test number
    406649246951
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing out of shape

  12. Fail129,497 miles (+11,970)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,497 miles
    Test number
    476559437044
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing out of shape

  13. Pass117,527 miles (+11,216)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    117,527 miles
    Test number
    306282476857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass106,311 miles (+10,628)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    106,311 miles
    Test number
    458455505258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass95,683 miles (+10,126)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    95,683 miles
    Test number
    877267824203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass85,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    85,557 miles
    Test number
    988458623243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail85,554 miles (+10,992)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,554 miles
    Test number
    606398523260
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass74,562 miles (+37)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    74,562 miles
    Test number
    318942902282
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  19. Fail74,525 miles (-558,027)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,525 miles
    Test number
    637071102274
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  20. Pass632,552 miles (+581,604)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    632,552 miles
    Test number
    587867801279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,948 miles (+8,166)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    50,948 miles
    Test number
    233922660104
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass42,782 miles (+7,305)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    42,782 miles
    Test number
    311768149118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,477 miles (+3,694)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    35,477 miles
    Test number
    873331168127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,783 miles (+4,032)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    31,783 miles
    Test number
    994322967179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail27,751 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,751 miles
    Test number
    203025666444
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

  26. Pass27,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    27,751 miles
    Test number
    343645566143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB02 OLE

Does LB02 OLE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB02 OLE expired on 20 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB02 OLE?
The MOT on LB02 OLE expired on 20 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB02 OLE done?
LB02 OLE was recorded at 205,603 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2024, an average of 9,637 miles a year.
Has LB02 OLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB02 OLE has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB02 OLE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Jul 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB02 OLE find?
LB02 OLE failed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2024 with 4 dangerous defects, 3 major defects and 2 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected floor area; offside rear brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail, and 6 more.

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