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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LB05 SOUMOT history

LB05 SOU is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 25 Jun 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 118,297 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Jun 2026
Mileage
118,297 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,406 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 SOU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 SOU was last recorded at 118,297 miles on 26 Jun 2025, 4,454 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,843 miles · 3 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
4,454 miles
Average per year
4,406 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 118,297 miles
  • 2024 – 113,843 miles
  • 2023 – 109,572 miles
  • 2022 – 106,728 miles
  • 2021 – 104,640 miles
  • 2020 – 102,559 miles
  • 2019 – 100,442 miles
  • 2018 – 97,364 miles
  • 2017 – 95,972 miles
  • 2016 – 93,190 miles
  • 2015 – 87,203 miles
  • 2014 – 80,584 miles
  • 2013 – 74,932 miles
  • 2012 – 69,973 miles
  • 2011 – 63,736 miles
  • 2010 – 58,435 miles
  • 2009 – 52,872 miles
  • 2008 – 43,378 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,297 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 25 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,297 miles (+4,454)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    118,297 miles
    Test number
    212445408839
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass113,843 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    113,843 miles
    Test number
    243026257137
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  3. Fail113,842 miles (+4,270)1 dangerous9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,842 miles
    Test number
    617347109552
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  4. Pass109,572 miles (+2,844)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    109,572 miles
    Test number
    312866759003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass106,728 miles (+2,088)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    106,728 miles
    Test number
    854582565655
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel

  6. Pass104,640 miles (+2,081)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    104,640 miles
    Test number
    156929904463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass102,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    102,559 miles
    Test number
    488196583271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail102,559 miles (+2,117)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,559 miles
    Test number
    405411521593
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass100,442 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    100,442 miles
    Test number
    597776979675
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened need repacing soon (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing need replacing soon (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened need replacing soon (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing need replacing soon (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail100,442 miles (+68)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,442 miles
    Test number
    877585214472
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen kick up to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened need repacing soon (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing need replacing soon (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened need replacing soon (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing need replacing soon (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail100,374 miles (+3,010)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,374 miles
    Test number
    903232680195
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Beam kickup is to the right, (should be to the left). (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass97,364 miles (+1,392)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    97,364 miles
    Test number
    467399443803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass95,972 miles (+2,782)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    95,972 miles
    Test number
    871368251054
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc in poor condition

  14. Pass93,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    93,190 miles
    Test number
    511902953180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail93,190 miles (+5,987)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,190 miles
    Test number
    323324763636
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass87,203 miles (+6,619)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    87,203 miles
    Test number
    907493655181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass80,584 miles (+5,652)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    80,584 miles
    Test number
    368513444154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass74,932 miles (+4,959)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    74,932 miles
    Test number
    269725613452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass69,973 miles (+60)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    69,973 miles
    Test number
    216212052135
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail69,913 miles (+6,177)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,913 miles
    Test number
    216596342161
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  21. Pass63,736 miles (+5,301)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    63,736 miles
    Test number
    186313521129
    • NoteOffside front shock absorber starting to seep a little oil

  22. Pass58,435 miles (+5,563)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    58,435 miles
    Test number
    244362630413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass52,872 miles (+9,494)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    52,872 miles
    Test number
    183348049161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass43,378 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    43,378 miles
    Test number
    911397978101
    • NoteBrake fluid discoloured
    • NoteHandbrake travels up high
    • NoteO/S/F tyre down to 2.5mm
    • NoteO/S/R tyre stepped on inner edge
    • NoteSome small stone chips on windscreen
    • NoteWipers slightly marking screen

Questions about LB05 SOU

Does LB05 SOU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 SOU expired on 25 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 SOU?
The MOT on LB05 SOU expired on 25 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 SOU done?
LB05 SOU was recorded at 118,297 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2025, an average of 4,406 miles a year.
Has LB05 SOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 SOU has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LB05 SOU 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 SOU find?
LB05 SOU passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2025 with 2 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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