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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,985 cc

LB05 OSZMOT history

LB05 OSZ is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 24 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 23 Jan 2025 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 151,810 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Jan 2025
Mileage
151,810 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2024
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,528 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 OSZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 OSZ was last recorded at 151,810 miles on 16 Jan 2024, 22,356 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,454 miles · 20 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
22,356 miles
Average per year
8,528 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 151,810 miles
  • 2023 – 129,454 miles
  • 2022 – 107,367 miles
  • 2021 – 88,885 miles
  • 2019 – 68,648 miles
  • 2018 – 66,891 miles
  • 2017 – 63,469 miles
  • 2016 – 60,068 miles
  • 2015 – 56,978 miles
  • 2014 – 53,831 miles
  • 2013 – 50,089 miles
  • 2012 – 46,019 miles
  • 2011 – 41,531 miles
  • 2010 – 36,725 miles
  • 2009 – 28,393 miles
  • 2008 – 18,978 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,810 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 19 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,810 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    151,810 miles
    Test number
    465090374024
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail151,810 miles (+22,356)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,810 miles
    Test number
    486852946831
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorPosition lamp not working NSF/OSF (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective image just visible (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass129,454 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    129,454 miles
    Test number
    582427918068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail129,451 miles (+22,084)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,451 miles
    Test number
    120393009515
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which shows white light to the rear (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass107,367 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    107,367 miles
    Test number
    523026685975
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail107,365 miles (+18,480)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,365 miles
    Test number
    166534837254
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass88,885 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    88,885 miles
    Test number
    842774640390
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail88,883 miles (+20,235)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,883 miles
    Test number
    198918964652
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass68,648 miles (+1,757)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    68,648 miles
    Test number
    919587756063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    66,891 miles
    Test number
    746994628580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail66,891 miles (+3,422)1 dangerous5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,891 miles
    Test number
    444586826674
    • DangerousNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass63,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    63,469 miles
    Test number
    926011390425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail63,469 miles (+3,401)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,469 miles
    Test number
    326715611408
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (Front bumper insecure) (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass60,068 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    60,068 miles
    Test number
    297209173446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail60,045 miles (+3,067)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,045 miles
    Test number
    535980152062
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass56,978 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    56,978 miles
    Test number
    247605405265
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail56,978 miles (+3,147)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,978 miles
    Test number
    855794305293
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass53,831 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    53,831 miles
    Test number
    276508834210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail53,831 miles (+3,742)3 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,831 miles
    Test number
    755358534250
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass50,089 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    50,089 miles
    Test number
    109683233263
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail50,089 miles (+4,070)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,089 miles
    Test number
    888402233282
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass46,019 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    46,019 miles
    Test number
    847806432200
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail46,019 miles (+4,488)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,019 miles
    Test number
    859796732264
    • DangerousNail in nearside rear tyre
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

  24. Pass41,531 miles (+4,806)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    41,531 miles
    Test number
    948544711230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,725 miles (+1,229)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    36,725 miles
    Test number
    372173940275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,496 miles (+7,103)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    35,496 miles
    Test number
    741251660125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,393 miles (+9,415)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    28,393 miles
    Test number
    282443369409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass18,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    18,978 miles
    Test number
    280031878469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 OSZ

Does LB05 OSZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 OSZ expired on 23 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 OSZ?
The MOT on LB05 OSZ expired on 23 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 OSZ done?
LB05 OSZ was recorded at 151,810 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2024, an average of 8,528 miles a year.
Has LB05 OSZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 OSZ has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LB05 OSZ 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 OSZ find?
LB05 OSZ passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2024 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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