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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,998 cc

LB05 HTJMOT history

LB05 HTJ is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 6 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 6 Sept 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 145,149 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Sept 2023
Mileage
145,149 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,773 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 HTJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
6 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 HTJ was last recorded at 145,149 miles on 1 Sept 2022, 1,138 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,011 miles · 13 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
1,138 miles
Average per year
7,773 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 145,149 miles
  • 2021 – 144,011 miles
  • 2020 – 131,159 miles
  • 2019 – 125,616 miles
  • 2018 – 120,301 miles
  • 2017 – 114,888 miles
  • 2016 – 109,736 miles
  • 2015 – 102,253 miles
  • 2014 – 99,820 miles
  • 2013 – 89,742 miles
  • 2012 – 79,763 miles
  • 2011 – 68,483 miles
  • 2010 – 56,341 miles
  • 2009 – 44,387 miles
  • 2008 – 34,343 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,149 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both side (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear axle

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,149 miles (+1,138)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    145,149 miles
    Test number
    669824660465
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass144,011 miles (+12,852)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    144,011 miles
    Test number
    970534345680
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass131,159 miles (+5,543)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    131,159 miles
    Test number
    777818457529
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass125,616 miles (+54)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    125,616 miles
    Test number
    839866695248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail125,562 miles (+5,261)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,562 miles
    Test number
    626538315232
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass120,301 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    120,301 miles
    Test number
    383887343513
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail120,301 miles (+5,413)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,301 miles
    Test number
    186821831330
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass114,888 miles (+5,152)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    114,888 miles
    Test number
    337844729230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass109,736 miles (+7,483)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    109,736 miles
    Test number
    308339407803
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass102,253 miles (+2,433)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    102,253 miles
    Test number
    704055347719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass99,820 miles (+10,078)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    99,820 miles
    Test number
    718924394021
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass89,742 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    89,742 miles
    Test number
    566193993009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail89,740 miles (+9,977)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,740 miles
    Test number
    366232993074
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass79,763 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    79,763 miles
    Test number
    328773192088
    • DangerousOil leak

  15. Fail79,761 miles (+11,278)1 dangerous2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,761 miles
    Test number
    988833892040
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass68,483 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    68,483 miles
    Test number
    426877291035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail68,480 miles (+12,139)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,480 miles
    Test number
    397516391082
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteO/s front drive shaft gator inner split

  18. Pass56,341 miles (+11,954)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    56,341 miles
    Test number
    223126390039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,387 miles (+10,044)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    44,387 miles
    Test number
    533186399056
    • NoteAdvised rear brake pads wearing thin advised rear brake discs worn advised nearside front wing mirror glass broken advised nearside rear lens broken but not showing white light

  20. Pass34,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    34,343 miles
    Test number
    460931558146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail34,343 miles1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,343 miles
    Test number
    402111358186
    • FailureBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LB05 HTJ

Does LB05 HTJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 HTJ expired on 6 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 HTJ?
The MOT on LB05 HTJ expired on 6 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 HTJ done?
LB05 HTJ was recorded at 145,149 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2022, an average of 7,773 miles a year.
Has LB05 HTJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 HTJ has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on LB05 HTJ 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 HTJ find?
LB05 HTJ passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2022 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side, and 5 more.

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