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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,985 cc

LB02 OWZMOT history

LB02 OWZ is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 29 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 95,232 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
95,232 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB02 OWZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
29 May 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB02 OWZ was last recorded at 95,232 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 7,378 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Oct 2020: 66,880 miles, lower than 86,704 miles on 28 Jun 2019.

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
87,854 miles · 17 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,378 miles
Average per year
3,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,232 miles
  • 2025 – 87,854 miles
  • 2024 – 82,868 miles
  • 2023 – 76,917 miles
  • 2022 – 69,839 miles
  • 2021 – 67,573 miles
  • 2020 – 66,880 miles
  • 2019 – 86,704 miles
  • 2018 – 66,340 miles
  • 2017 – 65,778 miles
  • 2016 – 65,050 miles
  • 2015 – 63,724 miles
  • 2014 – 57,693 miles
  • 2013 – 54,221 miles
  • 2012 – 50,079 miles
  • 2011 – 45,655 miles
  • 2010 – 40,556 miles
  • 2009 – 36,570 miles
  • 2008 – 32,046 miles
  • 2007 – 26,469 miles
  • 2006 – 20,755 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,232 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 195 60 15 (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,232 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    95,232 miles
    Test number
    430195433576
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 195 60 15 (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail95,232 miles (+7,378)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,232 miles
    Test number
    653836229554
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 195 60 15 (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass87,854 miles (+4,986)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    87,854 miles
    Test number
    869656723024
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass82,868 miles (+5,951)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    82,868 miles
    Test number
    434922649630
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass76,917 miles (+7,078)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    76,917 miles
    Test number
    608088994217
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  6. Pass69,839 miles (+2,266)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    69,839 miles
    Test number
    832442302886
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass67,573 miles (+693)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    67,573 miles
    Test number
    501272017913
    • AdvisoryOil leak.
  8. Pass66,880 miles (-19,824)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    66,880 miles
    Test number
    357349455256
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre valves perishing
    • AdvisoryEngine has a minor oil leak
  9. Pass86,704 miles (+20,364)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    86,704 miles
    Test number
    440961293204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,340 miles (+562)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    66,340 miles
    Test number
    640590570365
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer is deteriorating.
    • AdvisoryHeadlight output is reduced.
  11. Pass65,778 miles (+728)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    65,778 miles
    Test number
    971327898871
    • AdvisoryBulkhead is flexing around the offside steering rack mount.
    • AdvisorySlight fluid leak from the steering rack.
    • AdvisorySlight oil leaks.
  12. Pass65,050 miles (+1,326)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    65,050 miles
    Test number
    835171934180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,724 miles (+6,031)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    63,724 miles
    Test number
    247319365495
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteDrivers seat belt slow to retract
  14. Pass57,693 miles (+3,472)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    57,693 miles
    Test number
    977164474171
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn very low on edges
  15. Pass54,221 miles (+4,142)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    54,221 miles
    Test number
    409642163182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  16. Pass50,079 miles (+4,424)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    50,079 miles
    Test number
    238048572449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,655 miles (+5,099)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    45,655 miles
    Test number
    377100281160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,556 miles (+71)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    40,556 miles
    Test number
    341566750188
    • NoteRear number plate starting to fade
  19. Fail40,485 miles (+3,915)3 failures2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,485 miles
    Test number
    440975550122
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear number plate starting to fade
  20. Fail36,570 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,570 miles
    Test number
    290240669161
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner and outer edges
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to wear out of shape
  21. Pass36,570 miles (+4,524)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    36,570 miles
    Test number
    710240669188
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner and outer edges
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to wear out of shape
  22. Pass32,046 miles (+5,577)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    32,046 miles
    Test number
    923431878199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,469 miles (+5,714)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    26,469 miles
    Test number
    804471937193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    20,755 miles
    Test number
    594627056138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB02 OWZ

Does LB02 OWZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB02 OWZ is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB02 OWZ?
The MOT on LB02 OWZ is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB02 OWZ done?
LB02 OWZ was recorded at 95,232 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 3,679 miles a year.
Has LB02 OWZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB02 OWZ has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB02 OWZ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Oct 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB02 OWZ find?
LB02 OWZ passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 195 60 15.

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