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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,990 cc

LB03 ERJMOT history

LB03 ERJ is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 10 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 101,184 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
101,184 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,103 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 ERJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 ERJ was last recorded at 101,184 miles on 7 Feb 2026, 3,835 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,349 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,835 miles
Average per year
4,103 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,184 miles
  • 2025 – 97,349 miles
  • 2024 – 91,383 miles
  • 2023 – 86,157 miles
  • 2022 – 83,273 miles
  • 2021 – 78,506 miles
  • 2020 – 74,884 miles
  • 2019 – 69,589 miles
  • 2018 – 67,460 miles
  • 2017 – 62,585 miles
  • 2016 – 58,907 miles
  • 2014 – 55,634 miles
  • 2013 – 55,626 miles
  • 2012 – 55,583 miles
  • 2011 – 49,032 miles
  • 2010 – 34,635 miles
  • 2009 – 31,939 miles
  • 2008 – 29,061 miles
  • 2007 – 24,418 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,184 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,184 miles (+3,835)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    101,184 miles
    Test number
    558520116287
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass97,349 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    97,349 miles
    Test number
    123491916875
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail97,349 miles (+5,966)4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,349 miles
    Test number
    145817586614
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn arm outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass91,383 miles (+5,226)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    91,383 miles
    Test number
    122571505307
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust slight leak

  5. Pass86,157 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    86,157 miles
    Test number
    794796798822
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both

  6. Fail86,157 miles (+2,884)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,157 miles
    Test number
    878002451322
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both

  7. Pass83,273 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    83,273 miles
    Test number
    829558398397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail83,273 miles (+4,767)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,273 miles
    Test number
    656981182626
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass78,506 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    78,506 miles
    Test number
    632614689661
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail78,506 miles (+3,622)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,506 miles
    Test number
    717746487805
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass74,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    74,884 miles
    Test number
    210606558531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail74,884 miles (+5,295)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,884 miles
    Test number
    651934263993
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass69,589 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    69,589 miles
    Test number
    865407559586
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail69,584 miles (+2,124)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,584 miles
    Test number
    345311633674
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass67,460 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    67,460 miles
    Test number
    414259236242
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail67,452 miles (+4,867)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,452 miles
    Test number
    939758978944
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  17. Pass62,585 miles (+3,678)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    62,585 miles
    Test number
    465873364985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass58,907 miles (+3,273)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    58,907 miles
    Test number
    276464259168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,634 miles (+8)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    55,634 miles
    Test number
    525251854328
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSmall cuts in n/s/r and n/s/f tyres outer sidewalls

  20. Pass55,626 miles (+43)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    55,626 miles
    Test number
    976573813137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass55,583 miles (+6,551)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    55,583 miles
    Test number
    786001562186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass49,032 miles (+14,397)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    49,032 miles
    Test number
    355140031152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,635 miles (+2,696)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    34,635 miles
    Test number
    364894340139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,939 miles (+2,878)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2010
    Odometer
    31,939 miles
    Test number
    580591029146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,061 miles (+4,643)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    29,061 miles
    Test number
    834270148140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • Note225/45/17 n/s/r tyre damaged sidewall

  26. Pass24,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    24,418 miles
    Test number
    403285447179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 ERJ

Does LB03 ERJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 ERJ is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 ERJ?
The MOT on LB03 ERJ is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 ERJ done?
LB03 ERJ was recorded at 101,184 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2026, an average of 4,103 miles a year.
Has LB03 ERJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 ERJ has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LB03 ERJ 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 LB03 ERJ find?
LB03 ERJ passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: front windscreen wiper blade defective; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm outer bush.

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