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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,910 cc

LB07 LFSMOT history

LB07 LFS is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Jun 2007. Its MOT expired on 5 Feb 2025 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 147,770 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Feb 2025
Mileage
147,770 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2024
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,529 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB07 LFS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
1 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB07 LFS was last recorded at 147,770 miles on 6 Feb 2024, 86 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,684 miles · 30 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
86 miles
Average per year
8,529 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 147,770 miles
  • 2023 – 138,723 miles
  • 2021 – 131,407 miles
  • 2020 – 122,835 miles
  • 2019 – 116,501 miles
  • 2018 – 109,490 miles
  • 2017 – 102,526 miles
  • 2016 – 95,672 miles
  • 2015 – 85,250 miles
  • 2014 – 72,315 miles
  • 2013 – 60,317 miles
  • 2012 – 48,952 miles
  • 2011 – 41,480 miles
  • 2010 – 33,192 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,770 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases DPF joint (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front of engine (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Possible play between pin/hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 31 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,770 miles (+86)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    147,770 miles
    Test number
    132843651140
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases DPF joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front of engine (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Possible play between pin/hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail147,684 miles (+8,961)1 major1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,684 miles
    Test number
    772483196344
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases DPF joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front of engine (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Possible play between pin/hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass138,723 miles (+54)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    138,723 miles
    Test number
    346508003106
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail138,669 miles (+7,262)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,669 miles
    Test number
    117412056403
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass131,407 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    131,407 miles
    Test number
    277705862284
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail131,407 miles (+8,572)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,407 miles
    Test number
    334046454058
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass122,835 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    122,835 miles
    Test number
    928980156624
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail122,835 miles (+6,334)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,835 miles
    Test number
    551014178859
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass116,501 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    116,501 miles
    Test number
    696726310583
    • 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 On limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail116,501 miles (+7,011)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,501 miles
    Test number
    279626979241
    • Repaired at testNearside 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 On limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass109,490 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    109,490 miles
    Test number
    325481707788
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield loose

  12. Fail109,490 miles (+6,964)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,490 miles
    Test number
    182641671174
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield loose

  13. Pass102,526 miles (+6,854)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    102,526 miles
    Test number
    458584077307
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass95,672 miles (+10,422)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    95,672 miles
    Test number
    227565163832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass85,250 miles (+12,935)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    85,250 miles
    Test number
    232472075381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,315 miles (+11,998)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    72,315 miles
    Test number
    345438454466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,317 miles (+11,365)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    60,317 miles
    Test number
    159190573266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,952 miles (+7,472)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    48,952 miles
    Test number
    706536262245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,480 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    41,480 miles
    Test number
    737426571219
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Fail41,480 miles (+8,288)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,480 miles
    Test number
    885233171204
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass33,192 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    33,192 miles
    Test number
    114543840277
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB07 LFS

Does LB07 LFS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB07 LFS expired on 5 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB07 LFS?
The MOT on LB07 LFS expired on 5 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB07 LFS done?
LB07 LFS was recorded at 147,770 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2024, an average of 8,529 miles a year.
Has LB07 LFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB07 LFS has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LB07 LFS 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 LB07 LFS find?
LB07 LFS passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2024 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases dpf joint; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front of engine; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 4 more.

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