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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,988 cc

LB05 EWHMOT history

LB05 EWH is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 7 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 117,579 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
117,579 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,043 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 EWH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 EWH was last recorded at 117,579 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 360 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,219 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
360 miles
Average per year
5,043 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,579 miles
  • 2024 – 103,494 miles
  • 2023 – 97,231 miles
  • 2022 – 92,335 miles
  • 2021 – 81,035 miles
  • 2020 – 79,540 miles
  • 2019 – 79,290 miles
  • 2018 – 77,731 miles
  • 2017 – 75,872 miles
  • 2016 – 73,079 miles
  • 2015 – 69,345 miles
  • 2014 – 64,708 miles
  • 2013 – 59,057 miles
  • 2012 – 53,876 miles
  • 2011 – 48,186 miles
  • 2010 – 42,443 miles
  • 2009 – 35,353 miles
  • 2008 – 29,620 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,579 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords also nail in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,579 miles (+360)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    117,579 miles
    Test number
    855129671365
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords also nail in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail117,219 miles (+13,725)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,219 miles
    Test number
    892323329115
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords also nail in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass103,494 miles (+6,263)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    103,494 miles
    Test number
    961936066558
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper repaired with tape
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror repaired with tape
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass97,231 miles (+4,896)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    97,231 miles
    Test number
    839308598311
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside wing mirror glass slightly damaged

  5. Pass92,335 miles (+11,300)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    92,335 miles
    Test number
    169922596874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,035 miles (+1,495)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    81,035 miles
    Test number
    616919316181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass79,540 miles (+250)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    79,540 miles
    Test number
    873552933085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass79,290 miles (+1,559)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    79,290 miles
    Test number
    513232303800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,731 miles (+1,859)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    77,731 miles
    Test number
    758860749592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass75,872 miles (+2,793)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    75,872 miles
    Test number
    168356470833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,079 miles (+3,734)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    73,079 miles
    Test number
    846996825166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,345 miles (+4,637)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    69,345 miles
    Test number
    127061345104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,708 miles (+5,651)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    64,708 miles
    Test number
    465011944185
    • NoteRear coil springs lower rubber seats/bump stops cracked/perished

  14. Pass59,057 miles (+131)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    59,057 miles
    Test number
    295802243168
    • NoteShallow cuts in n/s/f outer sidewall

  15. Fail58,926 miles (+5,050)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,926 miles
    Test number
    338135833175
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteShallow cuts in n/s/f outer sidewall

  16. Pass53,876 miles (+5,690)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    53,876 miles
    Test number
    196362342187
    • NoteAdvise cuts in n/s/f outer tyre wall no exposed cord
    • NoteAdvise front discs lipped/worn pads only slightly worn
    • NoteAdvise o/s/r tyre worn/feathered (mishapen) on the inner edge
    • NoteAdvise slight lip rear discs

  17. Pass48,186 miles (+5,743)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    48,186 miles
    Test number
    488730741178
    • NoteOffside rear tyre going out of shape

  18. Pass42,443 miles (+7,090)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    42,443 miles
    Test number
    161625350144
    • 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)

  19. Pass35,353 miles (+5,733)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    35,353 miles
    Test number
    894636449139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  20. Pass29,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    29,620 miles
    Test number
    702188648125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 EWH

Does LB05 EWH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 EWH is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB05 EWH?
The MOT on LB05 EWH is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 EWH done?
LB05 EWH was recorded at 117,579 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 5,043 miles a year.
Has LB05 EWH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 EWH has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 EWH 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 EWH find?
LB05 EWH passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: central front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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