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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,988 cc

LB04 LXWMOT history

LB04 LXW is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 17 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 78,449 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
78,449 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,300 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 LXW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 LXW was last recorded at 78,449 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Aug 2025: 76,459 miles, lower than 96,442 miles on 6 Aug 2025.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
78,429 miles · 7 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
3,300 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,449 miles
  • 2025 – 76,459 miles
  • 2024 – 74,832 miles
  • 2023 – 72,665 miles
  • 2022 – 70,137 miles
  • 2021 – 67,179 miles
  • 2020 – 62,394 miles
  • 2019 – 59,260 miles
  • 2018 – 54,085 miles
  • 2017 – 48,948 miles
  • 2016 – 42,380 miles
  • 2015 – 34,060 miles
  • 2014 – 27,155 miles
  • 2013 – 26,593 miles
  • 2012 – 24,300 miles
  • 2011 – 22,195 miles
  • 2010 – 20,605 miles
  • 2009 – 18,112 miles
  • 2008 – 16,285 miles
  • 2007 – 15,029 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,449 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bracket mounting rear axle bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bracket mounting axle bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Central exhaust box corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened n/s o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 23 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,449 miles (+20)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    78,449 miles
    Test number
    753356330430
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bracket mounting rear axle bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bracket mounting axle bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail78,429 miles (+1,970)2 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,429 miles
    Test number
    680016125175
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel hand brake lever (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bracket mounting rear axle bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bracket mounting axle bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass76,459 miles (-19,983)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    76,459 miles
    Test number
    494421861689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail96,442 miles (+21,610)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,442 miles
    Test number
    644483606652
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose

  5. Pass74,832 miles (+2,167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    74,832 miles
    Test number
    505009986491
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass72,665 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    72,665 miles
    Test number
    150687881262
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective ns and os (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake backing plates severely corroded ns and os
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mid and rear section corroded

  7. Fail72,665 miles (+2,528)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,665 miles
    Test number
    985619831459
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective ns and os (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake backing plates severely corroded ns and os
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mid and rear section corroded

  8. Pass70,137 miles (+63)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    70,137 miles
    Test number
    425698597436
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box corroding
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened n/s o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  9. Fail70,074 miles (+2,895)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,074 miles
    Test number
    106927482997
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn n/s o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box corroding
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened n/s o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  10. Pass67,179 miles (+84)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    67,179 miles
    Test number
    239423382534
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective n/s o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail67,095 miles (+4,701)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,095 miles
    Test number
    525632958779
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Upper arm - outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding n/s o/s (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper arm - outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass62,394 miles (+3,134)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    62,394 miles
    Test number
    793314234422
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective n/s o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s o/s (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroding

  13. Pass59,260 miles (+5,175)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    59,260 miles
    Test number
    191704112745
    • AdvisoryFront shockabsorbers corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroding
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding

  14. Pass54,085 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    54,085 miles
    Test number
    852676247847
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  15. Fail54,070 miles (+5,122)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,070 miles
    Test number
    660434828225
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  16. Pass48,948 miles (+109)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    48,948 miles
    Test number
    738383005249
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs pitting/worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Fail48,839 miles (+6,459)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,839 miles
    Test number
    140165095885
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs pitting/worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  18. Pass42,380 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    42,380 miles
    Test number
    942875535934
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail42,352 miles (+8,292)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,352 miles
    Test number
    125086560445
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass34,060 miles (+6,905)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    34,060 miles
    Test number
    848885905274
    • NoteFront tyres starting to wear on edges

  21. Pass27,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    27,155 miles
    Test number
    339240914283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail27,155 miles (+562)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,155 miles
    Test number
    606390814203
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass26,593 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    26,593 miles
    Test number
    146847603267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail26,564 miles (+2,264)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,564 miles
    Test number
    699175203299
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Pass24,300 miles (+2,105)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    24,300 miles
    Test number
    758494712283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass22,195 miles (+1,590)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    22,195 miles
    Test number
    419655191117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail20,605 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,605 miles
    Test number
    161584910238
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  28. Pass20,605 miles (+2,493)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    20,605 miles
    Test number
    462444710266
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  29. Pass18,112 miles (+1,827)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    18,112 miles
    Test number
    483607749143
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass16,285 miles (+1,256)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    16,285 miles
    Test number
    282199248120
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass15,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    15,029 miles
    Test number
    302643547130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 LXW

Does LB04 LXW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 LXW is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 LXW?
The MOT on LB04 LXW is valid until 12 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 LXW done?
LB04 LXW was recorded at 78,449 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 3,300 miles a year.
Has LB04 LXW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 LXW has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB04 LXW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Aug 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB04 LXW find?
LB04 LXW passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside rear stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning, and 5 more.

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