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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LB08 OCHMOT history

LB08 OCH is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2023 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 131,452 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Oct 2023
Mileage
131,452 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2022
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,939 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 OCH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 OCH was last recorded at 131,452 miles on 28 Oct 2022, 5,142 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,310 miles · 6 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
5,142 miles
Average per year
6,939 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 131,452 miles
  • 2021 – 126,310 miles
  • 2020 – 123,073 miles
  • 2019 – 118,128 miles
  • 2018 – 105,207 miles
  • 2017 – 104,382 miles
  • 2016 – 98,385 miles
  • 2015 – 90,586 miles
  • 2014 – 82,226 miles
  • 2013 – 73,589 miles
  • 2012 – 62,440 miles
  • 2011 – 54,001 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,452 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Front Exhaust mounting defective Mount missing under sump

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Emissions too low to register

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 30 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,452 miles (+5,142)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    131,452 miles
    Test number
    150571921508
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass126,310 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    126,310 miles
    Test number
    363075658942
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective Mount missing under sump (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail126,306 miles (+3,233)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,306 miles
    Test number
    289193173326
    • MajorFuel system component leaking At filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective Mount missing under sump (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass123,073 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    123,073 miles
    Test number
    634658487553
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low to register
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail123,073 miles (+4,945)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,073 miles
    Test number
    923741075279
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low to register
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass118,128 miles (+12,921)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    118,128 miles
    Test number
    541967429236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass105,207 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    105,207 miles
    Test number
    721582057485
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  8. Fail105,207 miles (+825)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,207 miles
    Test number
    699086298564
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre wearing uneven (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre wearing uneven (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  9. Pass104,382 miles (+5,997)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    104,382 miles
    Test number
    918026458742
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass98,385 miles (+7,799)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    98,385 miles
    Test number
    172352776707
    • 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)

  11. Pass90,586 miles (+8,360)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    90,586 miles
    Test number
    377909235151
    • NoteNo emissions detected on test.

  12. Pass82,226 miles (+8,637)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    82,226 miles
    Test number
    447350424111
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass73,589 miles (+11,149)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    73,589 miles
    Test number
    726413743106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,440 miles (+8,439)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    62,440 miles
    Test number
    475679042194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,001 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    54,001 miles
    Test number
    849942841278
    • NoteFront bumper damege
    • NoteSide seal cover fitted/both side
    • NoteUnder tray fitted

  16. Fail54,001 miles1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,001 miles
    Test number
    858272141255
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront bumper damege
    • NoteSide seal cover fitted/both side
    • NoteUnder tray fitted

Questions about LB08 OCH

Does LB08 OCH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 OCH expired on 27 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 OCH?
The MOT on LB08 OCH expired on 27 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 OCH done?
LB08 OCH was recorded at 131,452 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2022, an average of 6,939 miles a year.
Has LB08 OCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 OCH has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LB08 OCH 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 OCH find?
LB08 OCH passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central front oil leak, but not excessive.

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