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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 2,000 cc

LB04 BHUMOT history

LB04 BHU is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 24 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 27 Jun 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 119,198 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jun 2024
Mileage
119,198 mi
At MOT on 28 Jun 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,499 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 BHU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
24 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 BHU was last recorded at 119,198 miles on 28 Jun 2023, 7,529 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,669 miles · 29 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
7,529 miles
Average per year
5,499 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 119,198 miles
  • 2022 – 111,669 miles
  • 2021 – 104,453 miles
  • 2020 – 97,204 miles
  • 2019 – 89,160 miles
  • 2018 – 86,927 miles
  • 2017 – 80,026 miles
  • 2016 – 74,027 miles
  • 2015 – 68,792 miles
  • 2014 – 62,675 miles
  • 2013 – 59,306 miles
  • 2012 – 56,067 miles
  • 2011 – 52,272 miles
  • 2010 – 47,369 miles
  • 2009 – 41,460 miles
  • 2008 – 35,479 miles
  • 2007 – 30,168 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,198 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer attachment

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,198 miles (+7,529)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    119,198 miles
    Test number
    898075996405
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass111,669 miles (+4)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    111,669 miles
    Test number
    282242254005
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody component slightly loose Nearside and offside sill covers loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre has abnormal wear on inner edge, tyre also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer attachment (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre has heavy abnormal wear on inner edge, tyre also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail111,665 miles (+7,212)1 dangerous1 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,665 miles
    Test number
    667963222612
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody component slightly loose Nearside and offside sill covers loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre has abnormal wear on inner edge, tyre also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer attachment (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre has heavy abnormal wear on inner edge, tyre also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass104,453 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    104,453 miles
    Test number
    347227350337
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody panel slightly loose Both sill covers (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer attachment (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail104,453 miles (+7,249)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,453 miles
    Test number
    661362179524
    • MajorNearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody panel slightly loose Both sill covers (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer attachment (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass97,204 miles (+29)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    97,204 miles
    Test number
    393515395959
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody not fully secure Nearside and offside sill covers (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 2mm, tyre also heavily worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 3mm, tyre also worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail97,175 miles (+8,015)1 dangerous3 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,175 miles
    Test number
    317868089602
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens glazed (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens glazed (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody not fully secure Nearside and offside sill covers (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 2mm, tyre also heavily worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 3mm, tyre also worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  8. Pass89,160 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    89,160 miles
    Test number
    120530448795
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlights poor
    • AdvisoryO/s mirror cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail89,160 miles (+2,233)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,160 miles
    Test number
    838650325310
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlights poor
    • AdvisoryO/s mirror cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass86,927 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    86,927 miles
    Test number
    945679859530
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail86,927 miles (+6,901)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,927 miles
    Test number
    352850967425
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass80,026 miles (+4)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    80,026 miles
    Test number
    174198780917
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flex Joint Worn/Movement Advise Replacement (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear All Suspension Components Corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush Both Sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All Four (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  13. Fail80,022 miles (+5,995)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,022 miles
    Test number
    997691487932
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flex Joint Worn/Movement Advise Replacement (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear All Suspension Components Corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush Both Sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All Four (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  14. Pass74,027 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    74,027 miles
    Test number
    350615533609
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi joint. (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryJubilee clip onto fuel filler neck very corroded.
    • AdvisoryLarge engine oil leak.
    • AdvisoryN/S/F tyre worn wear markers, 3mm remaining.
    • AdvisoryN/S/R shock very weak on compression, advise replacement soon.
    • AdvisoryNail N/S/R tyre.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/S/R shock very weak on compression, advise replacement soon.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear subframe becoming very rusty.

  15. Fail74,025 miles (+5,233)2 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,025 miles
    Test number
    608811144531
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi joint. (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryJubilee clip onto fuel filler neck very corroded.
    • AdvisoryLarge engine oil leak.
    • AdvisoryN/S/F tyre worn wear markers, 3mm remaining.
    • AdvisoryN/S/R shock very weak on compression, advise replacement soon.
    • AdvisoryNail N/S/R tyre.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/S/R shock very weak on compression, advise replacement soon.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear subframe becoming very rusty.

  16. Pass68,792 miles (+6,117)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    68,792 miles
    Test number
    308832555124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,675 miles (+3,369)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    62,675 miles
    Test number
    776910044192
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteFront anti-roll bar links, rubbers perished
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges
    • NoteRear trailing arm bushes perished

  18. Fail59,306 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,306 miles
    Test number
    885181053160
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteFUEL FILTER CORRODED

  19. Pass59,306 miles (+3,239)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    59,306 miles
    Test number
    928081553131
    • NoteFUEL FILTER CORRODED

  20. Pass56,067 miles (+3,795)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    56,067 miles
    Test number
    519145642104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,272 miles (+4,903)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    52,272 miles
    Test number
    308323351187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,369 miles (+5,909)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    47,369 miles
    Test number
    840189170051
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer edges
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to mishape in the tread
    • NoteRear brake disc's and pads worn on the limit

  23. Pass41,460 miles (+5,981)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    41,460 miles
    Test number
    851531019106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass35,479 miles (+5,311)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    35,479 miles
    Test number
    684885008155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    30,168 miles
    Test number
    354930317139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 BHU

Does LB04 BHU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 BHU expired on 27 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 BHU?
The MOT on LB04 BHU expired on 27 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 BHU done?
LB04 BHU was recorded at 119,198 miles at its MOT on 28 Jun 2023, an average of 5,499 miles a year.
Has LB04 BHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 BHU has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LB04 BHU 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 BHU find?
LB04 BHU passed its latest MOT on 28 Jun 2023 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 4 more.

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