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Saab 9-3

Green · Petrol · 2004 · 1,988 cc

LB04 ULFMOT history

LB04 ULF is a green petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 17 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 15 Nov 2022 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 167,275 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Nov 2022
Mileage
167,275 mi
At MOT on 16 Nov 2021
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,536 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 ULF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
16 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 ULF was last recorded at 167,275 miles on 16 Nov 2021, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,275 miles · 13 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,536 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 167,275 miles
  • 2020 – 159,724 miles
  • 2019 – 156,582 miles
  • 2018 – 152,287 miles
  • 2017 – 149,257 miles
  • 2015 – 147,845 miles
  • 2014 – 143,969 miles
  • 2013 – 138,816 miles
  • 2012 – 133,341 miles
  • 2011 – 124,688 miles
  • 2010 – 112,018 miles
  • 2009 – 100,071 miles
  • 2008 – 35,922 miles
  • 2007 – 28,952 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,275 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Seat belt slow retract

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,275 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    167,275 miles
    Test number
    345874109889
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Fail167,275 miles (+7,551)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,275 miles
    Test number
    700261525280
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass159,724 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    159,724 miles
    Test number
    173905969760
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip on windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Both front headlamp cloudy
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail159,724 miles (+3,142)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,724 miles
    Test number
    531225836115
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip on windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Both front headlamp cloudy
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass156,582 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    156,582 miles
    Test number
    573663089287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slow retract
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Fail156,564 miles (+4,277)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,564 miles
    Test number
    294497159918
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slow retract
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass152,287 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    152,287 miles
    Test number
    331435511394
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished outer wall

  8. Fail152,284 miles (+3,027)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,284 miles
    Test number
    134727310851
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished outer wall

  9. Pass149,257 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    149,257 miles
    Test number
    398924396625
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

  10. Fail149,253 miles (+1,408)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,253 miles
    Test number
    830744950617
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

  11. Pass147,845 miles (+3,876)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    147,845 miles
    Test number
    861567226571
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front seat belts slow to return

  12. Pass143,969 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    143,969 miles
    Test number
    956731334366
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail143,957 miles (+5,141)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,957 miles
    Test number
    918901134370
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass138,816 miles (+5,475)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    138,816 miles
    Test number
    959483433387
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass133,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    133,341 miles
    Test number
    835177922307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail133,341 miles (+8,653)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,341 miles
    Test number
    478847322425
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

  17. Fail124,688 miles1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,688 miles
    Test number
    227070021319
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteMovement in both rear top suspension arm bushes
    • NoteOff side front tyre 2mm on edges
    • NoteRear discs corroded and worn

  18. Pass124,688 miles (+12,670)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    124,688 miles
    Test number
    438870721493
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteMovement in both rear top suspension arm bushes
    • NoteOff side front tyre 2mm on edges
    • NoteRear discs corroded and worn

  19. Fail112,018 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,018 miles
    Test number
    143121950169
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass112,018 miles (+11,947)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    112,018 miles
    Test number
    211191550498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass100,071 miles (+64,149)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    100,071 miles
    Test number
    273765759184
    • NoteO/s/f brake pads wearing low,both fronts & o/s/r tyres wearing low .

  22. Pass35,922 miles (+6,970)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    35,922 miles
    Test number
    101047158162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    28,952 miles
    Test number
    414436737113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 ULF

Does LB04 ULF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 ULF expired on 15 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 ULF?
The MOT on LB04 ULF expired on 15 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 ULF done?
LB04 ULF was recorded at 167,275 miles at its MOT on 16 Nov 2021, an average of 9,536 miles a year.
Has LB04 ULF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 ULF has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LB04 ULF 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 ULF find?
LB04 ULF passed its latest MOT on 16 Nov 2021 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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