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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LB08 GWAMOT history

LB08 GWA is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 31 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2022 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 180,480 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2022
Mileage
180,480 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2022
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,083 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 GWA
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
31 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB08 GWA was last recorded at 180,480 miles on 28 Sept 2022, 2,209 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,271 miles · 1 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
2,209 miles
Average per year
7,083 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 180,480 miles
  • 2021 – 178,271 miles
  • 2020 – 176,199 miles
  • 2019 – 174,309 miles
  • 2018 – 171,930 miles
  • 2017 – 169,329 miles
  • 2016 – 166,298 miles
  • 2015 – 157,376 miles
  • 2014 – 144,062 miles
  • 2013 – 129,575 miles
  • 2012 – 122,505 miles
  • 2011 – 100,078 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail180,480 miles
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

14 tests since 23 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail180,480 miles (+2,209)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,480 miles
    Test number
    363988700770
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass178,271 miles (+2,072)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    178,271 miles
    Test number
    565348230938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass176,199 miles (+1,890)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    176,199 miles
    Test number
    554995410949
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass174,309 miles (+2,379)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    174,309 miles
    Test number
    159627312695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass171,930 miles (+2,601)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    171,930 miles
    Test number
    452622904501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass169,329 miles (+3,031)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    169,329 miles
    Test number
    266278904471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass166,298 miles (+8,922)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    166,298 miles
    Test number
    916648533720
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  8. Pass157,376 miles (+13,314)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    157,376 miles
    Test number
    822385618441
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre

  9. Fail144,062 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,062 miles
    Test number
    699450124286
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  10. Pass144,062 miles (+14,487)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    144,062 miles
    Test number
    739380524269
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  11. Pass129,575 miles (+7,070)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    129,575 miles
    Test number
    347608113294
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteThe front tyres have their inner edges worn

  12. Pass122,505 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    122,505 miles
    Test number
    225393022240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  13. Fail122,505 miles (+22,427)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,505 miles
    Test number
    637433522221
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  14. Pass100,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    100,078 miles
    Test number
    276783041411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 GWA

Does LB08 GWA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 GWA expired on 3 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 GWA?
The MOT on LB08 GWA expired on 3 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 GWA done?
LB08 GWA was recorded at 180,480 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2022, an average of 7,083 miles a year.
Has LB08 GWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 GWA has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LB08 GWA 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 GWA find?
LB08 GWA failed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2022 with 6 major defects and 1 advisory: horn not working; nearside stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light; offside front coil spring fractured or broken, and 4 more.

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