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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 2,000 cc

LB04 LXLMOT history

LB04 LXL is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 14 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 113,473 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
113,473 mi
At MOT on 29 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,352 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 LXL
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
14 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 LXL was last recorded at 113,473 miles on 29 Dec 2025, 433 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,040 miles · 6 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
433 miles
Average per year
4,352 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 113,473 miles
  • 2024 – 112,620 miles
  • 2023 – 111,591 miles
  • 2021 – 110,366 miles
  • 2020 – 107,152 miles
  • 2019 – 103,279 miles
  • 2018 – 99,863 miles
  • 2017 – 95,802 miles
  • 2016 – 92,933 miles
  • 2015 – 88,436 miles
  • 2014 – 82,289 miles
  • 2013 – 76,787 miles
  • 2012 – 70,839 miles
  • 2011 – 63,008 miles
  • 2010 – 58,744 miles
  • 2009 – 51,414 miles
  • 2008 – 44,098 miles
  • 2007 – 36,493 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,473 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,473 miles (+433)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    113,473 miles
    Test number
    213803523706
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass113,040 miles (+420)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    113,040 miles
    Test number
    815511049613
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass112,620 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    112,620 miles
    Test number
    244338359874
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail112,617 miles (+1,026)4 dangerous10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,617 miles
    Test number
    317834128571
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass111,591 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    111,591 miles
    Test number
    530986429392
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail111,591 miles (+1,225)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,591 miles
    Test number
    819820025225
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass110,366 miles (+3,214)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    110,366 miles
    Test number
    290803356909
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner cv boot leaking grease
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres starting to crack/perish
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps deteriorated

  8. Pass107,152 miles (+3,873)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    107,152 miles
    Test number
    141199572157
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps deteriorated

  9. Pass103,279 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    103,279 miles
    Test number
    753287516479
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive residue on sump and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail103,279 miles (+3,416)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,279 miles
    Test number
    335274278001
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid looks discoloured

  11. Pass99,863 miles (+4,061)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    99,863 miles
    Test number
    715267915739
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps deteriorated (close)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid looks slightly dirty
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  12. Pass95,802 miles (+2,869)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    95,802 miles
    Test number
    632963367670
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (close) (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  13. Pass92,933 miles (+4,497)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    92,933 miles
    Test number
    268107499536
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  14. Pass88,436 miles (+5,818)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    88,436 miles
    Test number
    474410303471
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass82,618 miles (+329)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    82,618 miles
    Test number
    357285705042
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail82,289 miles (+5,502)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,289 miles
    Test number
    496047754422
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass76,787 miles (+15)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    76,787 miles
    Test number
    609565553345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine oil level low

  18. Fail76,772 miles (+5,933)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,772 miles
    Test number
    615633353359
    • FailureOffside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine oil level low
    • NoteNearside rear tyre outer sidewall scuffed/damaged - close to exposing plys

  19. Pass70,839 miles (+7,831)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    70,839 miles
    Test number
    108052762328
    • 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)

  20. Pass63,008 miles (+4,264)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    63,008 miles
    Test number
    478388751335
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracked and perished

  21. Pass58,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    58,744 miles
    Test number
    921817350316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail58,744 miles (+7,330)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,744 miles
    Test number
    261817750362
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass51,414 miles (+7,316)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    51,414 miles
    Test number
    321203259304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,098 miles (+7,605)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    44,098 miles
    Test number
    622517848331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,493 miles (+5,653)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    36,493 miles
    Test number
    303373967324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass30,840 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    30,840 miles
    Test number
    191573907486
    • NoteSURFACE RUST ON FRONT & REAR DISCS

Questions about LB04 LXL

Does LB04 LXL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 LXL is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 LXL?
The MOT on LB04 LXL is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 LXL done?
LB04 LXL was recorded at 113,473 miles at its MOT on 29 Dec 2025, an average of 4,352 miles a year.
Has LB04 LXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 LXL has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LB04 LXL 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 LXL find?
LB04 LXL passed its latest MOT on 29 Dec 2025 with 7 advisories: coil spring corroded all; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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