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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LB05 XMJMOT history

LB05 XMJ is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 8 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 14 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 109,646 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Mar 2027
Mileage
109,646 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,869 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 XMJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 XMJ was last recorded at 109,646 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 5,170 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,476 miles · 13 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,170 miles
Average per year
4,869 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,646 miles
  • 2025 – 104,476 miles
  • 2024 – 100,446 miles
  • 2023 – 93,405 miles
  • 2022 – 89,491 miles
  • 2021 – 86,462 miles
  • 2020 – 84,966 miles
  • 2019 – 79,546 miles
  • 2018 – 74,907 miles
  • 2017 – 74,903 miles
  • 2016 – 70,909 miles
  • 2015 – 65,821 miles
  • 2013 – 56,284 miles
  • 2012 – 48,294 miles
  • 2011 – 38,392 miles
  • 2010 – 31,118 miles
  • 2009 – 29,445 miles
  • 2008 – 23,218 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,646 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront out riggers corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear hub bushes slight play
  • AdvisoryRear shocker casings corroded
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryOil leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySill covers fitted unable to inspect outer sills for corrosion

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.

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Join

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing Arm Bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,646 miles (+5,170)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    109,646 miles
    Test number
    113058786287
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront out riggers corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear hub bushes slight play
    • AdvisoryRear shocker casings corroded
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted unable to inspect outer sills for corrosion

  2. Pass104,476 miles (+2)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    104,476 miles
    Test number
    795863856452
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing Arm Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail104,474 miles (+4,028)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,474 miles
    Test number
    769414904329
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing Arm Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass100,446 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    100,446 miles
    Test number
    367143670092
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront chassis out riggers corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Fail100,446 miles (+7,041)5 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,446 miles
    Test number
    625109623761
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront chassis out riggers corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass93,405 miles (+3,914)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    93,405 miles
    Test number
    845272955654
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass89,491 miles (+3,029)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    89,491 miles
    Test number
    289566243708
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both wishbone rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBonnet secondary latch seized
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  8. Pass86,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    86,462 miles
    Test number
    608959101009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail86,462 miles (+1,496)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,462 miles
    Test number
    876360379816
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass84,966 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    84,966 miles
    Test number
    518842470847
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail84,964 miles (+5,418)2 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,964 miles
    Test number
    780801628343
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers likely to become detached mount (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid all jets (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded

  12. Pass79,546 miles (+4,639)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    79,546 miles
    Test number
    467806358032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    74,907 miles
    Test number
    756373333785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail74,907 miles (+4)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,907 miles
    Test number
    288559186019
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass74,903 miles (+3,994)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    74,903 miles
    Test number
    899596135801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    70,909 miles
    Test number
    765733064915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail70,909 miles (+5,088)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,909 miles
    Test number
    385929826686
    • DangerousNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  18. Pass65,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    65,821 miles
    Test number
    409071865037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail65,821 miles (+9,537)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,821 miles
    Test number
    918131365021
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass56,284 miles (+7,990)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    56,284 miles
    Test number
    618237273072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,294 miles (+9,902)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    48,294 miles
    Test number
    497636472097
    • NoteSmall oil leak from gear box area.

  22. Pass38,392 miles (+7,274)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    38,392 miles
    Test number
    267937951010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,118 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    31,118 miles
    Test number
    400163880077
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Fail31,118 miles (+1,673)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,118 miles
    Test number
    443182980032
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perished

  25. Pass29,445 miles (+6,227)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    29,445 miles
    Test number
    631103769192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass23,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    23,218 miles
    Test number
    760255258163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 XMJ

Does LB05 XMJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 XMJ is valid until 14 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 XMJ?
The MOT on LB05 XMJ is valid until 14 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 XMJ done?
LB05 XMJ was recorded at 109,646 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 4,869 miles a year.
Has LB05 XMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 XMJ has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 XMJ 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 XMJ find?
LB05 XMJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front out riggers corroded, and 10 more.

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