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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,998 cc

LB04 FFZMOT history

LB04 FFZ is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 3 Nov 2022 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 110,972 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Nov 2022
Mileage
110,972 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2021
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,506 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 FFZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 FFZ was last recorded at 110,972 miles on 4 Nov 2021, 5,707 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 May 2009: 46,767 miles, lower than 54,728 miles on 8 May 2008.

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
105,265 miles · 13 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
5,707 miles
Average per year
5,506 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 110,972 miles
  • 2020 – 105,265 miles
  • 2019 – 99,503 miles
  • 2018 – 94,193 miles
  • 2017 – 88,401 miles
  • 2016 – 84,098 miles
  • 2015 – 82,189 miles
  • 2014 – 76,712 miles
  • 2013 – 70,273 miles
  • 2012 – 65,262 miles
  • 2011 – 60,347 miles
  • 2010 – 53,899 miles
  • 2009 – 46,767 miles
  • 2008 – 54,728 miles
  • 2007 – 31,163 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,972 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge, stepped tread design (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper and boot deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on inner edge, stepped tread design (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper and boot deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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 Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,972 miles (+5,707)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    110,972 miles
    Test number
    786911788713
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge, stepped tread design (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper and boot deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on inner edge, stepped tread design (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper and boot deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass105,265 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    105,265 miles
    Test number
    271355392904
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail105,260 miles (+5,757)3 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,260 miles
    Test number
    114705056621
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on edges, stepped tread design (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass99,503 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    99,503 miles
    Test number
    327785804381
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge, stepped tread design (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge, stepped tread design (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail99,503 miles (+5,310)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,503 miles
    Test number
    889767822069
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge, stepped tread design (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge, stepped tread design (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass94,193 miles (+5,792)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    94,193 miles
    Test number
    130372314028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass88,401 miles (+4,303)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    88,401 miles
    Test number
    231723251954
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass84,098 miles (+1,909)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    84,098 miles
    Test number
    428354756705
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail82,189 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,189 miles
    Test number
    426897425151
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass82,189 miles (+5,477)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    82,189 miles
    Test number
    446337425141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass76,712 miles (+6,439)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    76,712 miles
    Test number
    437921424154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    70,273 miles
    Test number
    139426413177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail70,273 miles (+5,011)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,273 miles
    Test number
    315946713144
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  14. Fail65,262 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,262 miles
    Test number
    416271622184
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass65,262 miles (+4,915)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    65,262 miles
    Test number
    888071722133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    60,347 miles
    Test number
    377999921176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail60,347 miles (+6,448)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,347 miles
    Test number
    536199721135
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass53,899 miles (+7,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    53,899 miles
    Test number
    812938120101
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass46,767 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    46,767 miles
    Test number
    890192739158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail46,767 miles (-7,961)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,767 miles
    Test number
    560328129123
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass54,728 miles (+23,565)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2009
    Odometer
    54,728 miles
    Test number
    164169428173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    31,163 miles
    Test number
    903661637199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail31,163 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,163 miles
    Test number
    584218027195
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about LB04 FFZ

Does LB04 FFZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 FFZ expired on 3 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 FFZ?
The MOT on LB04 FFZ expired on 3 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 FFZ done?
LB04 FFZ was recorded at 110,972 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2021, an average of 5,506 miles a year.
Has LB04 FFZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 FFZ has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on LB04 FFZ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 May 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB04 FFZ find?
LB04 FFZ passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2021 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge, stepped tread design; nearside rear outer suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper and boot deteriorated, and 3 more.

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