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Saab 9-3

Green · Petrol · 2004 · 2,000 cc

LB04 FGAMOT history

LB04 FGA is a green petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 104,512 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
104,512 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,559 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 FGA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 FGA was last recorded at 104,512 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 10,120 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
94,392 miles · 30 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
10,120 miles
Average per year
4,559 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 104,512 miles
  • 2024 – 94,392 miles
  • 2023 – 85,424 miles
  • 2022 – 73,055 miles
  • 2021 – 62,136 miles
  • 2020 – 52,020 miles
  • 2019 – 37,629 miles
  • 2018 – 36,863 miles
  • 2017 – 35,630 miles
  • 2016 – 33,903 miles
  • 2015 – 32,042 miles
  • 2014 – 30,762 miles
  • 2013 – 29,647 miles
  • 2012 – 28,657 miles
  • 2011 – 27,001 miles
  • 2010 – 25,833 miles
  • 2009 – 24,596 miles
  • 2008 – 22,559 miles
  • 2007 – 19,584 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,512 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box corroding
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (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.

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,512 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    104,512 miles
    Test number
    547666710297
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  2. Fail104,512 miles (+10,120)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,512 miles
    Test number
    625173614023
    • DangerousNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  3. Pass94,392 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    94,392 miles
    Test number
    774414052848
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroding

  4. Fail94,392 miles (+8,968)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,392 miles
    Test number
    284316367675
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroding

  5. Pass85,424 miles (+5,427)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    85,424 miles
    Test number
    176741890951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,997 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    79,997 miles
    Test number
    185904966813
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXIBLE (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Fail79,997 miles (+6,942)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,997 miles
    Test number
    669092264914
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXIBLE (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass73,055 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    73,055 miles
    Test number
    204983663979
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail73,055 miles (+10,919)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,055 miles
    Test number
    322393242633
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BOTH (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass62,136 miles (+10,116)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    62,136 miles
    Test number
    454029446167
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass52,020 miles (+14,391)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    52,020 miles
    Test number
    137956853584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,629 miles (+766)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    37,629 miles
    Test number
    608593703179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass36,863 miles (+1,233)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    36,863 miles
    Test number
    733139952631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,630 miles (+1,727)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    35,630 miles
    Test number
    882619671198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  15. Pass33,903 miles (+1,861)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    33,903 miles
    Test number
    550009298727
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass32,042 miles (+1,280)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    32,042 miles
    Test number
    295517275001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,762 miles (+1,115)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    30,762 miles
    Test number
    919810374055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,647 miles (+990)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    29,647 miles
    Test number
    247857873069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,657 miles (+1,656)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    28,657 miles
    Test number
    808959372047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,001 miles (+1,168)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    27,001 miles
    Test number
    869487861010
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  21. Pass25,833 miles (+1,237)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    25,833 miles
    Test number
    161376970435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,596 miles (+2,037)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    24,596 miles
    Test number
    580698269049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,559 miles (+2,975)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    22,559 miles
    Test number
    593782578033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    19,584 miles
    Test number
    840147487090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 FGA

Does LB04 FGA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 FGA is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB04 FGA?
The MOT on LB04 FGA is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 FGA done?
LB04 FGA was recorded at 104,512 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 4,559 miles a year.
Has LB04 FGA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 FGA has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB04 FGA 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 FGA find?
LB04 FGA passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: central exhaust box corroding; nearside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn; offside front upper suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 1 more.

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