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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,988 cc

LB04 VCPMOT history

LB04 VCP is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 20 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 28 Oct 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 111,893 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Oct 2023
Mileage
111,893 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,012 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 VCP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 VCP was last recorded at 111,893 miles on 24 Oct 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Sept 2013: 75,116 miles, lower than 150,458 miles on 29 Sept 2012.

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
111,893 miles · 19 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,012 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 111,893 miles
  • 2021 – 108,395 miles
  • 2020 – 105,915 miles
  • 2019 – 103,881 miles
  • 2018 – 99,369 miles
  • 2017 – 94,479 miles
  • 2016 – 91,201 miles
  • 2015 – 83,966 miles
  • 2014 – 78,857 miles
  • 2013 – 75,116 miles
  • 2012 – 150,458 miles
  • 2011 – 132,948 miles
  • 2010 – 99,590 miles
  • 2009 – 78,814 miles
  • 2008 – 64,707 miles
  • 2007 – 49,969 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,893 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leakRecorded at 2 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,893 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    111,893 miles
    Test number
    831236239221
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  2. Fail111,893 miles (+3,498)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,893 miles
    Test number
    546128566007
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Pass108,395 miles (+2,480)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    108,395 miles
    Test number
    991580054197
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody and suspension corrosion

  4. Pass105,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    105,915 miles
    Test number
    243155734620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail105,915 miles (+2,034)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,915 miles
    Test number
    939855982547
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs heat damaged

  6. Pass103,881 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    103,881 miles
    Test number
    105998858472
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail103,881 miles (+4,512)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,881 miles
    Test number
    980237403400
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass99,369 miles (+4,890)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    99,369 miles
    Test number
    421940389422
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass94,479 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    94,479 miles
    Test number
    288852215267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail94,475 miles (+3,274)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,475 miles
    Test number
    339981359129
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  11. Pass91,201 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    91,201 miles
    Test number
    406625290125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail91,193 miles (+7,227)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,193 miles
    Test number
    888774796804
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  13. Pass83,966 miles (+5,109)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    83,966 miles
    Test number
    692059559435
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass78,857 miles (+3,741)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    78,857 miles
    Test number
    115554674268
    • NoteOffside front tyres perished

  15. Pass75,116 miles (-75,342)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    75,116 miles
    Test number
    316179563485
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteBoth door mirrors outer casing damaged
    • NoteFactory fitted sill covers

  16. Pass150,458 miles (+17,510)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    150,458 miles
    Test number
    499533572229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass132,948 miles (+33,358)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    132,948 miles
    Test number
    757795711225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass99,590 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    99,590 miles
    Test number
    530531440180
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  19. Fail99,590 miles (+20,776)1 dangerous2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,590 miles
    Test number
    350381540193
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  20. Pass78,814 miles (+14,107)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    78,814 miles
    Test number
    682045839151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass64,707 miles (+14,738)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    64,707 miles
    Test number
    531241438162
    • NoteAll four brake inner pads appear to be wearing low recommend removal of all wheels for inspection

  22. Pass49,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    49,969 miles
    Test number
    234689637123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 VCP

Does LB04 VCP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 VCP expired on 28 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 VCP?
The MOT on LB04 VCP expired on 28 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 VCP done?
LB04 VCP was recorded at 111,893 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2022, an average of 4,012 miles a year.
Has LB04 VCP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 VCP has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LB04 VCP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Sept 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB04 VCP find?
LB04 VCP passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2022 with 1 advisory: oil leak.

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