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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,000 cc

LB04 WMLMOT history

LB04 WML is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 24 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 117,518 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
117,518 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,800 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 WML
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
24 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 WML was last recorded at 117,518 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 2,661 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,857 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,661 miles
Average per year
4,800 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,518 miles
  • 2025 – 114,857 miles
  • 2024 – 111,013 miles
  • 2023 – 106,275 miles
  • 2022 – 102,010 miles
  • 2021 – 96,956 miles
  • 2020 – 91,886 miles
  • 2019 – 86,808 miles
  • 2018 – 80,047 miles
  • 2017 – 74,804 miles
  • 2015 – 68,501 miles
  • 2014 – 60,043 miles
  • 2013 – 50,010 miles
  • 2011 – 44,175 miles
  • 2010 – 40,192 miles
  • 2009 – 35,618 miles
  • 2008 – 33,743 miles
  • 2007 – 30,640 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,518 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechips (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryESP fault warning, no ESP light
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Bald inner, perishing 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion underside, suspension, brake lines
  • AdvisoryNSF suspension thumps
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both inner sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,518 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    117,518 miles
    Test number
    601609985958
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryESP fault warning, no ESP light
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Bald inner, perishing 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion underside, suspension, brake lines
    • AdvisoryNSF suspension thumps
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail117,517 miles (+2,660)1 dangerous2 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,517 miles
    Test number
    350967839866
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryESP fault warning, no ESP light
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Bald inner, perishing 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion underside, suspension, brake lines
    • AdvisoryNSF suspension thumps
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil level low
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass114,857 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    114,857 miles
    Test number
    604667391543
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and Rear Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front and Rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine coolant leak
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to underbody, suspension, shocks, springs and brake pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily cracked 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both fronts cracking through tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious major oil leaks

  4. Fail114,857 miles (+3,844)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,857 miles
    Test number
    495510575223
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking Leaking at hose fitting (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and Rear Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front and Rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine coolant leak
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to underbody, suspension, shocks, springs and brake pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily cracked 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both fronts cracking through tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious major oil leaks

  5. Pass111,013 miles (+4,738)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    111,013 miles
    Test number
    874203227546
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bake pads low and discs corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to undebody, suspension, coil springs and brake pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious oil and coolant weeps

  6. Pass106,275 miles (+4,265)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    106,275 miles
    Test number
    835732307769
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and cracking through tread 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious Heavy corrosion to underbody, subframes, suspension components, coil springs, exhaust, brake discs and brake pipes

  7. Pass102,010 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    102,010 miles
    Test number
    438839186136
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail102,010 miles (+5,054)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,010 miles
    Test number
    547930098005
    • DangerousOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both headlights fogging (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both inner sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass96,956 miles (+5,070)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    96,956 miles
    Test number
    346228052040
    • AdvisoryFront tyres very low and worn on edges 225/45/17
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underbody including, exhaust susopension and brake pipes

  10. Pass91,886 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    91,886 miles
    Test number
    290013702581
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chipped in 2 places (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail91,886 miles (+5,078)5 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,886 miles
    Test number
    476662452750
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chipped in 2 places (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass86,808 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    86,808 miles
    Test number
    381621746705
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to suspension, exhaust and brake pipes

  13. Fail86,808 miles (+6,761)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,808 miles
    Test number
    289706125978
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to suspension, exhaust and brake pipes

  14. Pass80,047 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    80,047 miles
    Test number
    238001443614
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavily corroded and blowing at rear box

  15. Fail80,047 miles (+5,243)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,047 miles
    Test number
    479580463929
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryAll tyre pressures seem low
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavily corroded and blowing at rear box

  16. Pass74,804 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    74,804 miles
    Test number
    176498853607
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to suspension and brake pipes

  17. Fail74,804 miles (+6,303)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,804 miles
    Test number
    441408377754
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to suspension and brake pipes

  18. Pass68,501 miles (+5,191)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    68,501 miles
    Test number
    847406204991
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass63,310 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    63,310 miles
    Test number
    566293825039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail63,306 miles (+3,263)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,306 miles
    Test number
    569150425074
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass60,043 miles (+10,033)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    60,043 miles
    Test number
    426099524153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteHeadlamp switch loosebut operational
    • NoteRear tyres wearing more on inner edges

  22. Pass50,010 miles (+5,835)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    50,010 miles
    Test number
    137700273411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,175 miles (+3,983)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    44,175 miles
    Test number
    529950021393
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass40,192 miles (+4,574)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    40,192 miles
    Test number
    152744780235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass35,618 miles (+1,875)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    35,618 miles
    Test number
    443642599220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass33,743 miles (+3,103)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    33,743 miles
    Test number
    733351708306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass30,640 miles (+2,688)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    30,640 miles
    Test number
    192769307356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass27,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    27,952 miles
    Test number
    192571147180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 WML

Does LB04 WML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 WML is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 WML?
The MOT on LB04 WML is valid until 22 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 WML done?
LB04 WML was recorded at 117,518 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 4,800 miles a year.
Has LB04 WML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 WML has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB04 WML 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 WML find?
LB04 WML passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechips; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all; coolant leak, and 7 more.

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