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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,988 cc

LB04 BHPMOT history

LB04 BHP is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 26 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 27 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 54,231 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Apr 2026
Mileage
54,231 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,744 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 BHP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 BHP was last recorded at 54,231 miles on 28 Apr 2025, 2,975 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,256 miles · 11 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
2,975 miles
Average per year
1,744 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 54,231 miles
  • 2023 – 51,256 miles
  • 2021 – 48,409 miles
  • 2020 – 47,528 miles
  • 2019 – 44,923 miles
  • 2018 – 43,946 miles
  • 2017 – 42,974 miles
  • 2016 – 41,762 miles
  • 2015 – 40,177 miles
  • 2014 – 38,474 miles
  • 2013 – 36,756 miles
  • 2012 – 35,062 miles
  • 2011 – 33,108 miles
  • 2010 – 30,577 miles
  • 2009 – 28,103 miles
  • 2008 – 25,448 miles
  • 2007 – 22,812 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,231 miles
  • AdvisoryFULL UNDER TRAYS FITTED AT TIME OF TEST
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (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.

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,231 miles (+2,975)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    54,231 miles
    Test number
    622039802848
    • AdvisoryFULL UNDER TRAYS FITTED AT TIME OF TEST
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass51,256 miles (+2,847)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    51,256 miles
    Test number
    684156831370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass48,409 miles (+881)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    48,409 miles
    Test number
    222206396864
    • AdvisoryBrake discs have surface corrosion (lack of use?)

  4. Pass47,528 miles (+2,605)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    47,528 miles
    Test number
    678382774336
    • AdvisoryMain beam switch faulty
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnderside heavily coated

  5. Pass44,923 miles (+977)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    44,923 miles
    Test number
    637245393020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass43,946 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    43,946 miles
    Test number
    956476063169
    • AdvisoryUnderside components have surface corrosion

  7. Fail43,946 miles (+972)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,946 miles
    Test number
    491266266514
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryUnderside components have surface corrosion

  8. Pass42,974 miles (+1,212)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    42,974 miles
    Test number
    917295016523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass41,762 miles (+1,585)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    41,762 miles
    Test number
    776861080481
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perished and wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit perished and wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass40,177 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    40,177 miles
    Test number
    389167105118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail40,149 miles (+1,675)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,149 miles
    Test number
    606754405193
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass38,474 miles (+1,718)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    38,474 miles
    Test number
    248074304486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass36,756 miles (+1,694)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    36,756 miles
    Test number
    289990203460
    • NoteSlight play both rear upper suspension arm joints

  14. Pass35,062 miles (+1,954)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    35,062 miles
    Test number
    855750312103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,108 miles (+2,531)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    33,108 miles
    Test number
    548659501159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    30,577 miles
    Test number
    653632310175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail30,577 miles (+2,474)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,577 miles
    Test number
    851271910185
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass28,103 miles (+2,655)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    28,103 miles
    Test number
    161329789062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,448 miles (+2,636)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    25,448 miles
    Test number
    380569208193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    22,812 miles
    Test number
    524823217130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail22,812 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,812 miles
    Test number
    933023217134
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LB04 BHP

Does LB04 BHP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 BHP expired on 27 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 BHP?
The MOT on LB04 BHP expired on 27 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 BHP done?
LB04 BHP was recorded at 54,231 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2025, an average of 1,744 miles a year.
Has LB04 BHP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 BHP has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on LB04 BHP 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 LB04 BHP find?
LB04 BHP passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2025 with 4 advisories: full under trays fitted at time of test; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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