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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LB08 GUWMOT history

LB08 GUW is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 29 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 7 Mar 2024 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 176,949 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Mar 2024
Mileage
176,949 mi
At MOT on 8 Mar 2023
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,663 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 GUW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 GUW was last recorded at 176,949 miles on 8 Mar 2023, 6,739 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,210 miles · 2 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
6,739 miles
Average per year
7,663 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 176,949 miles
  • 2022 – 170,210 miles
  • 2021 – 158,594 miles
  • 2020 – 147,009 miles
  • 2018 – 139,064 miles
  • 2017 – 120,953 miles
  • 2016 – 116,037 miles
  • 2014 – 108,753 miles
  • 2013 – 101,728 miles
  • 2012 – 94,001 miles
  • 2011 – 86,628 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,949 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 25 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,949 miles (+6,739)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    176,949 miles
    Test number
    292497721034
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass170,210 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    170,210 miles
    Test number
    519183846180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and run off on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and run off on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heatshield loose

  3. Fail170,210 miles (+11,616)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,210 miles
    Test number
    979708316570
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and run off on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and run off on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heatshield loose

  4. Pass158,594 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    158,594 miles
    Test number
    915068666188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail158,594 miles (+11,585)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,594 miles
    Test number
    607931393191
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass147,009 miles (+7,945)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    147,009 miles
    Test number
    341879622279
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass139,064 miles (+10,967)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    139,064 miles
    Test number
    303006312987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass128,097 miles (+7,144)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    128,097 miles
    Test number
    678151643869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass120,953 miles (+4,916)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    120,953 miles
    Test number
    160493549773
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass116,037 miles (+7,284)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    116,037 miles
    Test number
    782405564892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail108,753 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,753 miles
    Test number
    356194334428
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  12. Pass108,753 miles (+7,025)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    108,753 miles
    Test number
    876214734268
    • 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)

  13. Pass101,728 miles (+7,727)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    101,728 miles
    Test number
    569488543141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass94,001 miles (+7,373)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    94,001 miles
    Test number
    948099652163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass86,628 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    86,628 miles
    Test number
    607625541107
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail86,628 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,628 miles
    Test number
    928275541144
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LB08 GUW

Does LB08 GUW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 GUW expired on 7 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 GUW?
The MOT on LB08 GUW expired on 7 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 GUW done?
LB08 GUW was recorded at 176,949 miles at its MOT on 8 Mar 2023, an average of 7,663 miles a year.
Has LB08 GUW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 GUW has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LB08 GUW 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 LB08 GUW find?
LB08 GUW passed its latest MOT on 8 Mar 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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