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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,998 cc

LB04 LVWMOT history

LB04 LVW is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 11 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 176,025 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Aug 2025
Mileage
176,025 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,838 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 LVW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 LVW was last recorded at 176,025 miles on 30 Jul 2024, 24,894 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,131 miles · 10 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
24,894 miles
Average per year
8,838 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 176,025 miles
  • 2023 – 151,131 miles
  • 2022 – 129,774 miles
  • 2021 – 115,680 miles
  • 2020 – 111,443 miles
  • 2019 – 106,791 miles
  • 2018 – 100,455 miles
  • 2017 – 94,425 miles
  • 2016 – 88,177 miles
  • 2015 – 82,204 miles
  • 2014 – 75,220 miles
  • 2013 – 69,062 miles
  • 2012 – 61,356 miles
  • 2011 – 51,816 miles
  • 2010 – 43,485 miles
  • 2009 – 33,407 miles
  • 2008 – 28,210 miles
  • 2007 – 23,082 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,025 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 10 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,025 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    176,025 miles
    Test number
    285241630377
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail176,025 miles (+24,894)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,025 miles
    Test number
    709864104205
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass151,131 miles (+21,357)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    151,131 miles
    Test number
    770132358983
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass129,774 miles (+14,094)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    129,774 miles
    Test number
    539750345423
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass115,680 miles (+4,237)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    115,680 miles
    Test number
    928297118913
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer corroded holed and leaking gas (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded

  6. Pass111,443 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    111,443 miles
    Test number
    902393586568
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail111,438 miles (+4,647)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,438 miles
    Test number
    722828581027
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass106,791 miles (+6,336)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    106,791 miles
    Test number
    143266532880
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades split, poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre slight wear on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shock absorber upper alloy mounting bracket corroded

  9. Pass100,455 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    100,455 miles
    Test number
    913068850518
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Fail100,453 miles (+6,028)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,453 miles
    Test number
    583369375713
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass94,425 miles (+6,248)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    94,425 miles
    Test number
    553401872746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,177 miles (+5,973)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    88,177 miles
    Test number
    197622544996
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass82,204 miles (+6,984)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    82,204 miles
    Test number
    515683115175
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edge
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cracks in inner sidewall

  14. Pass75,220 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    75,220 miles
    Test number
    886605114188
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside front seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended at time of test.
    • NoteNearside rear and offside rear tyres feathered along inner edges at time of test.

  15. Fail75,219 miles (+6,157)2 dangerous2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,219 miles
    Test number
    275985414117
    • DangerousNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside front seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended at time of test.
    • NoteNearside rear and offside rear tyres feathered along inner edges at time of test.

  16. Pass69,062 miles (+7,706)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    69,062 miles
    Test number
    358019823179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,356 miles (+9,540)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    61,356 miles
    Test number
    835010232121
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  18. Pass51,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    51,816 miles
    Test number
    316481631102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail51,816 miles (+8,331)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,816 miles
    Test number
    287251431155
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass43,485 miles (+10,078)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    43,485 miles
    Test number
    742506420189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,407 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    33,407 miles
    Test number
    210072539427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail33,407 miles (+5,197)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,407 miles
    Test number
    861112139170
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Fail28,210 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,210 miles
    Test number
    292543528138
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  24. Pass28,210 miles (+5,128)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    28,210 miles
    Test number
    872383828162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    23,082 miles
    Test number
    924490107109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 LVW

Does LB04 LVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 LVW expired on 11 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 LVW?
The MOT on LB04 LVW expired on 11 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 LVW done?
LB04 LVW was recorded at 176,025 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2024, an average of 8,838 miles a year.
Has LB04 LVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 LVW has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LB04 LVW 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 LVW find?
LB04 LVW passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2024 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front oil leak, but not excessive; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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