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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LB05 BXFMOT history

LB05 BXF is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 24 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2024 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 147,671 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Dec 2024
Mileage
147,671 mi
At MOT on 14 Dec 2023
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,331 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 BXF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 BXF was last recorded at 147,671 miles on 14 Dec 2023, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,655 miles · 5 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
7,331 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 147,671 miles
  • 2022 – 136,003 miles
  • 2021 – 135,957 miles
  • 2020 – 128,048 miles
  • 2019 – 125,071 miles
  • 2018 – 113,821 miles
  • 2017 – 109,854 miles
  • 2016 – 105,709 miles
  • 2015 – 98,204 miles
  • 2014 – 88,201 miles
  • 2013 – 81,107 miles
  • 2012 – 72,273 miles
  • 2011 – 58,844 miles
  • 2010 – 54,549 miles
  • 2009 – 44,776 miles
  • 2008 – 34,221 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,671 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • CORROTION UNDER VEHICLE INC SUSPENTION COMPONANTS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,671 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    147,671 miles
    Test number
    808421980343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail147,655 miles (+354)2 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,655 miles
    Test number
    134502622920
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail fouling in wheel (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail147,301 miles (+11,298)15 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,301 miles
    Test number
    995758497113
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass136,003 miles (+46)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    136,003 miles
    Test number
    444134403960
    • AdvisoryFront nearside seat belt slow to recoil.
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRecommend keep check on brake fluid level.

  5. Fail135,957 miles (+7,909)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,957 miles
    Test number
    467973793498
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam main beam not staying on (switch) (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass128,048 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    128,048 miles
    Test number
    228798615323
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail128,039 miles (+2,968)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,039 miles
    Test number
    155018924416
    • MajorService brake excessively binding nearside front (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorService brake excessively binding offside rear (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSub-frame corroded and seriously weakened nearside rear sub frame location corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSub-frame corroded and seriously weakened offside rear lower area (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength offside front strut mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively nearside (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively offside (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column hardy spicer coupling worn

  8. Pass125,071 miles (+11,250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    125,071 miles
    Test number
    568784653468
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass113,821 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    113,821 miles
    Test number
    178372507637
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail113,821 miles (+3,967)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,821 miles
    Test number
    189216815328
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass109,854 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    109,854 miles
    Test number
    249627291310
    • AdvisoryCORROTION UNDER VEHICLE INC SUSPENTION COMPONANTS

  12. Fail109,854 miles (+4,145)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,854 miles
    Test number
    616612089050
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint BANANA ARM (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint BANANA ARM (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCORROTION UNDER VEHICLE INC SUSPENTION COMPONANTS

  13. Pass105,709 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    105,709 miles
    Test number
    154570687931
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  14. Fail105,707 miles (+7,503)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,707 miles
    Test number
    307489853492
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. Pass98,204 miles (+10,003)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    98,204 miles
    Test number
    977271882980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass88,201 miles (+7,094)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    88,201 miles
    Test number
    839625054255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass81,107 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    81,107 miles
    Test number
    699186353295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail81,085 miles (+8,812)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,085 miles
    Test number
    888995153215
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass72,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    72,273 miles
    Test number
    566780452272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail72,271 miles (+13,427)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,271 miles
    Test number
    135860952212
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass58,844 miles (+4,295)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    58,844 miles
    Test number
    786749541201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass54,549 miles (+9,773)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    54,549 miles
    Test number
    582880050213
    • NoteNearside Rear Brake Disc slightly pitted
    • NoteOffside Rear Brake Disc slightly pitted

  23. Pass44,776 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    44,776 miles
    Test number
    292999229263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail44,774 miles (+10,553)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,774 miles
    Test number
    762429329273
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass34,221 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    34,221 miles
    Test number
    224125178435
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB05 BXF

Does LB05 BXF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 BXF expired on 13 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 BXF?
The MOT on LB05 BXF expired on 13 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 BXF done?
LB05 BXF was recorded at 147,671 miles at its MOT on 14 Dec 2023, an average of 7,331 miles a year.
Has LB05 BXF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 BXF has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LB05 BXF 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 LB05 BXF find?
LB05 BXF passed its latest MOT on 14 Dec 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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