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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,000 cc

LB04 FLDMOT history

LB04 FLD is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 24 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 8 May 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 176,193 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 May 2026
Mileage
176,193 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,591 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 FLD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
24 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 May 2026
Latest MOT test
9 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 FLD was last recorded at 176,193 miles on 9 May 2025, 16,846 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,347 miles · 20 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
16,846 miles
Average per year
6,591 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 176,193 miles
  • 2024 – 159,347 miles
  • 2023 – 155,888 miles
  • 2021 – 151,030 miles
  • 2020 – 150,250 miles
  • 2019 – 146,499 miles
  • 2018 – 142,260 miles
  • 2017 – 137,419 miles
  • 2016 – 128,654 miles
  • 2015 – 124,675 miles
  • 2014 – 121,466 miles
  • 2013 – 116,258 miles
  • 2012 – 101,339 miles
  • 2011 – 93,254 miles
  • 2010 – 87,529 miles
  • 2009 – 79,827 miles
  • 2008 – 76,911 miles
  • 2007 – 57,304 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,193 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases all joints

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass176,193 miles (+16,846)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    176,193 miles
    Test number
    117121353499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass159,347 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    159,347 miles
    Test number
    517663243933
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail159,347 miles (+3,459)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,347 miles
    Test number
    108779593760
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass155,888 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    155,888 miles
    Test number
    437848980823
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases all joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail155,874 miles (+4,844)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,874 miles
    Test number
    995724392215
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases all joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.4mm legal tread remaining (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass151,030 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    151,030 miles
    Test number
    613134588397
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency just within limits

  7. Fail151,029 miles (+779)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,029 miles
    Test number
    861621673305
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam switch (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorPosition lamp light intensity obviously reduced both (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency just within limits

  8. Pass150,250 miles (+3,751)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    150,250 miles
    Test number
    440245716472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass146,499 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    146,499 miles
    Test number
    243654431426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail146,396 miles (+4,136)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,396 miles
    Test number
    510540806946
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel creeping (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  11. Pass142,260 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    142,260 miles
    Test number
    927734215091
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases ar rear joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail142,260 miles (+4,841)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,260 miles
    Test number
    111768130598
    • Repaired at testNearside rear brake binding outer pad stiking in caliper carrier freed off] (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases ar rear joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass137,419 miles (+8,765)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    137,419 miles
    Test number
    766030495695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass128,654 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    128,654 miles
    Test number
    882458922024
    • 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)

  15. Fail128,654 miles (+3,979)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,654 miles
    Test number
    147610666137
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)

  16. Pass124,675 miles (+3,209)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    124,675 miles
    Test number
    596819565033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass121,466 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    121,466 miles
    Test number
    609146604183
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall has splits

  18. Fail121,461 miles (+5,203)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,461 miles
    Test number
    748736204166
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall has splits

  19. Pass116,258 miles (+10)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    116,258 miles
    Test number
    948058963152
    • NoteCorrosion started on exhaust
    • NoteCut in n/s/f tyre inner sidwall
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on edges
    • NoteN/s/r tyre tread on legal limit
    • NotePossible deformatey in n/s/r tyre
    • NoteRear number plate becoming discolored
    • NoteSlight wear in rear suspension

  20. Fail116,248 miles (+14,909)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,248 miles
    Test number
    287833843185
    • FailureNearside Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass101,339 miles (+8,085)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    101,339 miles
    Test number
    369080242107
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked and perished
    • NoteNails in n/s/r tyre
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

  22. Pass93,254 miles (+5,725)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    93,254 miles
    Test number
    126607531126
    • NoteHeadlamps flickering when in off position
    • NoteNail in nsr tyre
    • NoteNs and osr upper control arm outer ball joints have slight play in them
    • NoteOsf tyre 3mm
    • NoteOsr brake sticking slightly

  23. Pass87,529 miles (+130)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    87,529 miles
    Test number
    663661640176
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteHeadlights flicking on and off
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on edges

  24. Fail87,399 miles (+7,572)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,399 miles
    Test number
    512825930119
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on edges

  25. Pass79,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2010
    Odometer
    79,827 miles
    Test number
    480023349100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail79,827 miles (+2,916)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,827 miles
    Test number
    650113349109
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  27. Pass76,911 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    76,911 miles
    Test number
    224627638176
    • NoteSlight play in both rear wheels

  28. Fail76,911 miles (+19,607)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,911 miles
    Test number
    820767638160
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteSlight play in both rear wheels

  29. Pass57,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    57,304 miles
    Test number
    202576717146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 FLD

Does LB04 FLD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 FLD expired on 8 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 FLD?
The MOT on LB04 FLD expired on 8 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 FLD done?
LB04 FLD was recorded at 176,193 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2025, an average of 6,591 miles a year.
Has LB04 FLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 FLD has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LB04 FLD 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 FLD find?
LB04 FLD passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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