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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,985 cc

LB02 OWYMOT history

LB02 OWY is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 29 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 76,926 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
76,926 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,888 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB02 OWY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
29 May 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB02 OWY was last recorded at 76,926 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 2,027 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,899 miles · 19 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
2,027 miles
Average per year
2,888 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,926 miles
  • 2025 – 74,899 miles
  • 2024 – 70,853 miles
  • 2023 – 69,407 miles
  • 2022 – 67,651 miles
  • 2021 – 66,046 miles
  • 2020 – 63,602 miles
  • 2019 – 60,922 miles
  • 2018 – 59,199 miles
  • 2017 – 55,843 miles
  • 2016 – 52,627 miles
  • 2015 – 49,851 miles
  • 2014 – 47,267 miles
  • 2013 – 44,752 miles
  • 2012 – 42,241 miles
  • 2011 – 38,995 miles
  • 2010 – 35,355 miles
  • 2009 – 31,574 miles
  • 2008 – 28,497 miles
  • 2007 – 23,907 miles
  • 2006 – 18,521 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail76,926 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear axel corroded
  • AdvisoryRear back box exhaust corroded

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 Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear discs corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 5 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail76,926 miles (+2,027)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,926 miles
    Test number
    259861054352
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axel corroded
    • AdvisoryRear back box exhaust corroded

  2. Pass74,899 miles (+4,046)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    74,899 miles
    Test number
    786177830090
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass70,853 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    70,853 miles
    Test number
    399854662118
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail70,839 miles (+1,432)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,839 miles
    Test number
    588535241670
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear top shock mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass69,407 miles (+1,756)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    69,407 miles
    Test number
    523745796763
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroding

  6. Pass67,651 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    67,651 miles
    Test number
    654531008875
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre x 2
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear discs severely corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorated.

  7. Fail67,651 miles (+1,605)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,651 miles
    Test number
    229677557893
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre x 2
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear discs severely corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorated.

  8. Pass66,046 miles (+2,444)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    66,046 miles
    Test number
    234287437628
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak.
    • AdvisoryRear discs corroded.

  9. Pass63,602 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    63,602 miles
    Test number
    951291262724
    • AdvisoryRear discs corroded.

  10. Fail63,602 miles (+2,680)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,602 miles
    Test number
    730136115517
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator incorrect colour BOTH REAR. (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear discs corroded.

  11. Pass60,922 miles (+1,723)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    60,922 miles
    Test number
    495843083358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass59,199 miles (+3,356)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    59,199 miles
    Test number
    405615865925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,843 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    55,843 miles
    Test number
    932836227404
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail55,843 miles (+3,216)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,843 miles
    Test number
    410580562339
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass52,627 miles (+2,776)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    52,627 miles
    Test number
    588076859859
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass49,851 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    49,851 miles
    Test number
    961190913876
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex section (7.1.2)

  17. Fail49,848 miles (+2,581)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,848 miles
    Test number
    460185897006
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex section (7.1.2)

  18. Pass47,267 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    47,267 miles
    Test number
    748582354288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail47,267 miles (+2,515)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,267 miles
    Test number
    607462654286
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass44,752 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    44,752 miles
    Test number
    477710543257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail44,752 miles (+2,511)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,752 miles
    Test number
    888880243269
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass42,241 miles (+3,246)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    42,241 miles
    Test number
    486910332297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail38,995 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,995 miles
    Test number
    279051701246
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteHeadlamp main beam warning lamp not working

  24. Pass38,995 miles (+3,640)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    38,995 miles
    Test number
    308931601474
    • NoteHeadlamp main beam warning lamp not working

  25. Pass35,355 miles (+3,781)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    35,355 miles
    Test number
    424772400215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass31,574 miles (+3,077)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    31,574 miles
    Test number
    744027189134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail28,497 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,497 miles
    Test number
    640546688137
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  28. Pass28,497 miles (+4,590)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    28,497 miles
    Test number
    902556388185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass23,907 miles (+5,386)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    23,907 miles
    Test number
    602434087190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass18,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    18,521 miles
    Test number
    471306286179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB02 OWY

Does LB02 OWY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB02 OWY is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB02 OWY?
The MOT on LB02 OWY is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB02 OWY done?
LB02 OWY was recorded at 76,926 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 2,888 miles a year.
Has LB02 OWY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB02 OWY has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB02 OWY 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 LB02 OWY find?
LB02 OWY failed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 2 major defects and 5 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; coil spring corroded all 4, and 4 more.

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