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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LB05 OSAMOT history

LB05 OSA is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 29 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 27 Jun 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 135,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jun 2026
Mileage
135,999 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,817 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 OSA
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
29 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 OSA was last recorded at 135,999 miles on 26 Jun 2025, 9,079 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,920 miles · 28 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
9,079 miles
Average per year
6,817 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 135,999 miles
  • 2024 – 126,920 miles
  • 2023 – 113,164 miles
  • 2022 – 110,282 miles
  • 2021 – 106,846 miles
  • 2020 – 102,965 miles
  • 2019 – 96,282 miles
  • 2018 – 88,156 miles
  • 2017 – 80,598 miles
  • 2016 – 75,907 miles
  • 2015 – 72,232 miles
  • 2014 – 67,018 miles
  • 2013 – 63,588 miles
  • 2012 – 59,962 miles
  • 2011 – 56,945 miles
  • 2010 – 47,845 miles
  • 2009 – 34,291 miles
  • 2008 – 19,941 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,999 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE UNEVEN WEAR

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,999 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    135,999 miles
    Test number
    841185278028
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail135,999 miles (+9,079)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,999 miles
    Test number
    828805552353
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass126,920 miles (+13,756)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    126,920 miles
    Test number
    242636582369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass113,164 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    113,164 miles
    Test number
    158498908011
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE UNEVEN WEAR (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail113,158 miles (+2,876)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,158 miles
    Test number
    219582834725
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE UNEVEN WEAR (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  6. Pass110,282 miles (+102)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2023
    Odometer
    110,282 miles
    Test number
    456960353142
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail110,180 miles (+3,334)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,180 miles
    Test number
    306567177462
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition BLOWING AT FLEXI (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass106,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2022
    Odometer
    106,846 miles
    Test number
    556161650168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail106,845 miles (+3,880)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,845 miles
    Test number
    856326287779
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass102,965 miles (+6,683)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    102,965 miles
    Test number
    594087600540
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Pass96,282 miles (+8,126)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    96,282 miles
    Test number
    394588150513
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass88,156 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    88,156 miles
    Test number
    646684682329
    • DangerousPower steering tank cap missed
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail88,156 miles (+7,558)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,156 miles
    Test number
    571913254799
    • DangerousPower steering tank cap missed
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass80,598 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    80,598 miles
    Test number
    319647380126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Fail80,598 miles (+4,691)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,598 miles
    Test number
    531463744236
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass75,907 miles (+103)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    75,907 miles
    Test number
    799326370826
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail75,804 miles (+3,572)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,804 miles
    Test number
    605193246644
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass72,232 miles (+5,214)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    72,232 miles
    Test number
    617952765130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,018 miles (+3,430)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    67,018 miles
    Test number
    148260374199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,588 miles (+3,626)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    63,588 miles
    Test number
    417125073149
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges

  21. Pass59,962 miles (+3,017)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    59,962 miles
    Test number
    275929152455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass56,945 miles (+9,100)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    56,945 miles
    Test number
    389474071193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,845 miles (+13,554)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    47,845 miles
    Test number
    384689470168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    34,291 miles
    Test number
    244417479103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail34,287 miles (+14,346)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,287 miles
    Test number
    222127379168
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  26. Pass19,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    19,941 miles
    Test number
    290319268457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 OSA

Does LB05 OSA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 OSA expired on 27 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 OSA?
The MOT on LB05 OSA expired on 27 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 OSA done?
LB05 OSA was recorded at 135,999 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2025, an average of 6,817 miles a year.
Has LB05 OSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 OSA has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 OSA 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 OSA find?
LB05 OSA passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2025 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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