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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 2,000 cc

LB04 LUPMOT history

LB04 LUP is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 12 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 90,996 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
90,996 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,621 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 LUP
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
12 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 LUP was last recorded at 90,996 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,992 miles · 7 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
3,621 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,996 miles
  • 2025 – 87,736 miles
  • 2024 – 86,224 miles
  • 2023 – 84,591 miles
  • 2022 – 82,945 miles
  • 2021 – 80,848 miles
  • 2020 – 78,953 miles
  • 2019 – 75,778 miles
  • 2018 – 72,470 miles
  • 2017 – 69,078 miles
  • 2016 – 64,623 miles
  • 2015 – 61,511 miles
  • 2014 – 57,356 miles
  • 2013 – 53,407 miles
  • 2012 – 49,094 miles
  • 2011 – 44,080 miles
  • 2010 – 38,715 miles
  • 2009 – 33,197 miles
  • 2008 – 27,139 miles
  • 2007 – 21,288 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,996 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,996 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    90,996 miles
    Test number
    838468252824
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail90,992 miles (+3,256)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,992 miles
    Test number
    363489033766
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass87,736 miles (+1,512)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    87,736 miles
    Test number
    973684052516
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass86,224 miles (+1,633)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    86,224 miles
    Test number
    414544467786
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shockers corroded

  5. Pass84,591 miles (+1,646)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    84,591 miles
    Test number
    936688099439
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass82,945 miles (+2,097)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    82,945 miles
    Test number
    840136877891
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  7. Pass80,848 miles (+1,895)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    80,848 miles
    Test number
    962744088952
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass78,953 miles (+3,175)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    78,953 miles
    Test number
    467262294174
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass75,778 miles (+3,308)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    75,778 miles
    Test number
    135389917662
    • AdvisorySlight play n/s and o/s rear suspension area

  10. Pass72,470 miles (+3,392)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    72,470 miles
    Test number
    166778925379
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass69,078 miles (+4,455)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    69,078 miles
    Test number
    455551308086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass64,623 miles (+3,112)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    64,623 miles
    Test number
    484639435361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass61,511 miles (+4,155)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    61,511 miles
    Test number
    309902135158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front shock absorber corroded

  14. Pass57,356 miles (+3,949)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    57,356 miles
    Test number
    978511224160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  15. Pass53,407 miles (+4,313)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    53,407 miles
    Test number
    865458523172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear tyres featherd on inner edges

  16. Pass49,094 miles (+5,014)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    49,094 miles
    Test number
    658409422192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,080 miles (+5,365)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    44,080 miles
    Test number
    199819521100
    • NoteRear tyres out of shape on inner edges

  18. Pass38,715 miles (+5,518)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    38,715 miles
    Test number
    660811230126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,197 miles (+6,058)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    33,197 miles
    Test number
    484222839109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,139 miles (+5,851)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    27,139 miles
    Test number
    300700138143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,288 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2008
    Odometer
    21,288 miles
    Test number
    114561537164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail21,288 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,288 miles
    Test number
    791051937141
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB04 LUP

Does LB04 LUP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 LUP is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 LUP?
The MOT on LB04 LUP is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 LUP done?
LB04 LUP was recorded at 90,996 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 3,621 miles a year.
Has LB04 LUP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 LUP has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB04 LUP 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 LUP find?
LB04 LUP passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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