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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,998 cc

LB05 XLUMOT history

LB05 XLU is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 15 Mar 2024 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 158,141 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Mar 2024
Mileage
158,141 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2024
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,109 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 XLU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB05 XLU was last recorded at 158,141 miles on 5 Sept 2024, 4,216 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,925 miles · 14 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
4,216 miles
Average per year
9,109 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 158,141 miles
  • 2023 – 153,925 miles
  • 2022 – 134,609 miles
  • 2020 – 113,730 miles
  • 2019 – 82,558 miles
  • 2018 – 80,079 miles
  • 2017 – 77,489 miles
  • 2016 – 74,266 miles
  • 2015 – 69,633 miles
  • 2014 – 65,082 miles
  • 2013 – 60,094 miles
  • 2012 – 56,605 miles
  • 2011 – 47,871 miles
  • 2010 – 29,508 miles
  • 2009 – 20,199 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail158,141 miles
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested excessive smoke (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessive smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front tyre perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail158,141 miles (+4,216)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,141 miles
    Test number
    790596452142
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested excessive smoke (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessive smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass153,925 miles (+19,316)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    153,925 miles
    Test number
    726179135427
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass134,609 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    134,609 miles
    Test number
    108241097987
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail134,606 miles (+20,876)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,606 miles
    Test number
    726803850160
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass113,730 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    113,730 miles
    Test number
    559585401815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail113,726 miles (+31,168)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,726 miles
    Test number
    954789805740
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (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))

  7. Pass82,558 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    82,558 miles
    Test number
    548999972994
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail82,558 miles (+2,479)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,558 miles
    Test number
    653167309666
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass80,079 miles (+2,590)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    80,079 miles
    Test number
    968948417240
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass77,489 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    77,489 miles
    Test number
    941764316535
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit perished (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail77,489 miles (+3,223)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,489 miles
    Test number
    881146830199
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit perished (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass74,266 miles (+4,633)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    74,266 miles
    Test number
    523701891413
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing in tread and wearing inner edges

  13. Pass69,633 miles (+4,551)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    69,633 miles
    Test number
    165335665479
    • NoteNearside and offside rear tyres perishing and wearing on inner edge
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  14. Pass65,082 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    65,082 miles
    Test number
    195233974032
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  15. Fail65,082 miles (+4,988)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,082 miles
    Test number
    477303674052
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  16. Pass60,094 miles (+3,489)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    60,094 miles
    Test number
    596030583054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  17. Pass56,605 miles (+8,734)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    56,605 miles
    Test number
    848632682094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,871 miles (+18,363)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    47,871 miles
    Test number
    377334001240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,508 miles (+9,309)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    29,508 miles
    Test number
    793294690171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    20,199 miles
    Test number
    913216899185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 XLU

Does LB05 XLU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 XLU expired on 15 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 XLU?
The MOT on LB05 XLU expired on 15 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 XLU done?
LB05 XLU was recorded at 158,141 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2024, an average of 9,109 miles a year.
Has LB05 XLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 XLU has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LB05 XLU 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 XLU find?
LB05 XLU failed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2024 with 7 major defects and 4 advisories: brake performance unable to be tested excessive smoke; emissions unable to be completed excessive smoke; headlamp not working on main beam, and 8 more.

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