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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,988 cc

LB05 EYVMOT history

LB05 EYV is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 26 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 48,147 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
48,147 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,680 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 EYV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 EYV was last recorded at 48,147 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 1,286 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,861 miles · 27 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,286 miles
Average per year
1,680 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,147 miles
  • 2025 – 46,861 miles
  • 2024 – 44,829 miles
  • 2023 – 42,493 miles
  • 2022 – 40,737 miles
  • 2021 – 39,215 miles
  • 2020 – 37,768 miles
  • 2019 – 36,013 miles
  • 2018 – 33,952 miles
  • 2017 – 32,569 miles
  • 2016 – 31,140 miles
  • 2015 – 29,576 miles
  • 2014 – 27,737 miles
  • 2013 – 25,757 miles
  • 2012 – 23,910 miles
  • 2011 – 22,570 miles
  • 2010 – 21,394 miles
  • 2009 – 19,658 miles
  • 2008 – 18,169 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,147 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 26 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,147 miles (+1,286)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    48,147 miles
    Test number
    748883289113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass46,861 miles (+2,032)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    46,861 miles
    Test number
    967546883202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass44,829 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    44,829 miles
    Test number
    816048887064
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail44,829 miles (+2,336)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,829 miles
    Test number
    284244911841
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass42,493 miles (+1,756)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    42,493 miles
    Test number
    950844372765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass40,737 miles (+1,522)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    40,737 miles
    Test number
    360119066514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass39,215 miles (+1,447)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    39,215 miles
    Test number
    350443798476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass37,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    37,768 miles
    Test number
    696343187090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail37,768 miles (+1,755)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,768 miles
    Test number
    942300696528
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front door check strap insecure

  10. Pass36,013 miles (+2,061)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    36,013 miles
    Test number
    952837031912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass33,952 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    33,952 miles
    Test number
    288836602937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail33,951 miles (+1,382)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,951 miles
    Test number
    918721040190
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass32,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    32,569 miles
    Test number
    649411169304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail32,569 miles (+1,429)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,569 miles
    Test number
    521970707242
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass31,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    31,140 miles
    Test number
    167289587766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail31,140 miles (+1,564)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,140 miles
    Test number
    585380280690
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass29,576 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    29,576 miles
    Test number
    996716075136
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail29,576 miles (+1,839)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,576 miles
    Test number
    915196875139
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass27,737 miles (+1,980)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    27,737 miles
    Test number
    239368974434
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Fail25,757 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,757 miles
    Test number
    209409783446
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/S/F tyre worn on the outer edge

  21. Pass25,757 miles (+1,847)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    25,757 miles
    Test number
    469409583130
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/S/F tyre worn on the outer edge

  22. Pass23,910 miles (+1,340)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    23,910 miles
    Test number
    847056102270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,570 miles (+1,176)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    22,570 miles
    Test number
    376468731247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass21,394 miles (+1,736)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    21,394 miles
    Test number
    331387230475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail19,658 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,658 miles
    Test number
    293236039292
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass19,658 miles (+1,489)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    19,658 miles
    Test number
    954086339276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass18,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    18,169 miles
    Test number
    772789338206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 EYV

Does LB05 EYV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 EYV is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 EYV?
The MOT on LB05 EYV is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 EYV done?
LB05 EYV was recorded at 48,147 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 1,680 miles a year.
Has LB05 EYV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 EYV has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LB05 EYV 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 EYV find?
LB05 EYV passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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