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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,910 cc

LB07 XBJMOT history

LB07 XBJ is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 28 Jun 2007. Its MOT expired on 16 Aug 2023 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 162,732 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Aug 2023
Mileage
162,732 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2022
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,724 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB07 XBJ
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
28 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB07 XBJ was last recorded at 162,732 miles on 16 Aug 2022, 280 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,452 miles · 5 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
280 miles
Average per year
8,724 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 162,732 miles
  • 2021 – 154,884 miles
  • 2020 – 152,568 miles
  • 2019 – 147,696 miles
  • 2017 – 140,694 miles
  • 2016 – 131,908 miles
  • 2015 – 118,103 miles
  • 2014 – 106,978 miles
  • 2013 – 97,679 miles
  • 2012 – 97,619 miles
  • 2011 – 74,897 miles
  • 2010 – 56,366 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,732 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack area (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including associated components and surrounding area. (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

17 tests since 7 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,732 miles (+280)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    162,732 miles
    Test number
    703035827177
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including associated components and surrounding area. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Fail162,452 miles (+7,568)5 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,452 miles
    Test number
    266060898988
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including associated components and surrounding area. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass154,884 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    154,884 miles
    Test number
    945440024567
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including associated components. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail154,881 miles (+2,313)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,881 miles
    Test number
    572941891280
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including associated components. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass152,568 miles (+4,872)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    152,568 miles
    Test number
    167822295598
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass147,696 miles (+7,002)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    147,696 miles
    Test number
    421462646984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass140,694 miles (+8,786)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    140,694 miles
    Test number
    823604209888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass131,908 miles (+13,805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    131,908 miles
    Test number
    333417410459
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  9. Pass118,103 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    118,103 miles
    Test number
    697900485116
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail118,103 miles (+11,125)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,103 miles
    Test number
    706560585170
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass106,978 miles (+9,299)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    106,978 miles
    Test number
    208503244408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass97,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    97,679 miles
    Test number
    975444843169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail97,679 miles (+60)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,679 miles
    Test number
    475023443161
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass97,619 miles (+22,722)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    97,619 miles
    Test number
    238048032455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass74,897 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    74,897 miles
    Test number
    518057761174
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail74,894 miles (+18,528)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,894 miles
    Test number
    116395361135
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass56,366 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    56,366 miles
    Test number
    163218650181
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LB07 XBJ

Does LB07 XBJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB07 XBJ expired on 16 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB07 XBJ?
The MOT on LB07 XBJ expired on 16 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB07 XBJ done?
LB07 XBJ was recorded at 162,732 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2022, an average of 8,724 miles a year.
Has LB07 XBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB07 XBJ has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LB07 XBJ 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 XBJ find?
LB07 XBJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Aug 2022 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all; front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both, and 6 more.

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