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Saab 9-3

Green · Petrol · 2005 · 1,998 cc

LB05 SXAMOT history

LB05 SXA is a green petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 28 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 5 Mar 2025 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 136,023 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Mar 2025
Mileage
136,023 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2024
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,208 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 SXA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 SXA was last recorded at 136,023 miles on 4 Mar 2024, 13,014 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,009 miles · 6 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
13,014 miles
Average per year
7,208 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 136,023 miles
  • 2023 – 123,009 miles
  • 2022 – 116,802 miles
  • 2021 – 109,010 miles
  • 2019 – 105,289 miles
  • 2018 – 102,576 miles
  • 2017 – 97,424 miles
  • 2016 – 89,458 miles
  • 2015 – 81,715 miles
  • 2014 – 72,150 miles
  • 2013 – 63,458 miles
  • 2012 – 54,938 miles
  • 2011 – 50,413 miles
  • 2010 – 43,837 miles
  • 2009 – 33,967 miles
  • 2008 – 22,801 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,023 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Exhaust Heat shield Insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Around the bottom of the engine damp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass136,023 miles (+13,014)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    136,023 miles
    Test number
    206619099761
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass123,009 miles (+6,207)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    123,009 miles
    Test number
    702584332181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and offside front 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass116,802 miles (+161)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    116,802 miles
    Test number
    105921335920
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Heat shield Insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail116,641 miles (+7,631)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,641 miles
    Test number
    321060019060
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Heat shield Insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass109,010 miles (+3,721)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    109,010 miles
    Test number
    880825004487
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn along the inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper shock mounts corroded

  6. Pass105,289 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    105,289 miles
    Test number
    133107843079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Around the bottom of the engine damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Fail105,281 miles (+2,705)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,281 miles
    Test number
    601769599169
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Around the bottom of the engine damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass102,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    102,576 miles
    Test number
    840385828031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail102,576 miles (+5,152)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,576 miles
    Test number
    380514624100
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested Nearside rear Brake banjo pipe onto caliper leaking. (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Drivers side of engine. poss crank seal. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass97,424 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    97,424 miles
    Test number
    655844992398
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail97,424 miles (+7,966)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,424 miles
    Test number
    800359606702
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass89,458 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    89,458 miles
    Test number
    229742915887
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail89,458 miles (+7,743)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,458 miles
    Test number
    524870809726
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass81,715 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    81,715 miles
    Test number
    838570795178
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail81,696 miles (+9,546)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,696 miles
    Test number
    147160995116
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass72,150 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    72,150 miles
    Test number
    135051214202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail72,150 miles (+8,692)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,150 miles
    Test number
    565411414270
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass63,458 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    63,458 miles
    Test number
    226748043275
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail63,458 miles (+8,520)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,458 miles
    Test number
    888788243244
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail54,938 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,938 miles
    Test number
    715661352284
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass54,938 miles (+4,525)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    54,938 miles
    Test number
    807531352284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,413 miles (+6,576)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    50,413 miles
    Test number
    849452251280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,837 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    43,837 miles
    Test number
    232286710292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail43,822 miles (+9,855)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,822 miles
    Test number
    812995910251
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  25. Pass33,967 miles (+11,166)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    33,967 miles
    Test number
    651234629251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass22,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    22,801 miles
    Test number
    290131278179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 SXA

Does LB05 SXA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 SXA expired on 5 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 SXA?
The MOT on LB05 SXA expired on 5 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 SXA done?
LB05 SXA was recorded at 136,023 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2024, an average of 7,208 miles a year.
Has LB05 SXA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 SXA has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LB05 SXA 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 SXA find?
LB05 SXA passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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