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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LB08 OCJMOT history

LB08 OCJ is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 23 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 9 Dec 2022 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 170,897 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Dec 2022
Mileage
170,897 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2021
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,637 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 OCJ
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
23 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 OCJ was last recorded at 170,897 miles on 10 Dec 2021, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,885 miles · 29 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
8,637 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 170,897 miles
  • 2020 – 160,533 miles
  • 2019 – 146,403 miles
  • 2018 – 137,252 miles
  • 2017 – 127,515 miles
  • 2016 – 117,930 miles
  • 2015 – 110,814 miles
  • 2014 – 104,219 miles
  • 2013 – 98,252 miles
  • 2012 – 93,227 miles
  • 2011 – 80,471 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,897 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBoth rear shocker top mounts corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

13 tests since 22 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,897 miles (+12)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    170,897 miles
    Test number
    748505912580
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocker top mounts corroded
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail170,885 miles (+10,352)1 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,885 miles
    Test number
    803066556375
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocker top mounts corroded
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass160,533 miles (+14,130)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    160,533 miles
    Test number
    327079361163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass146,403 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    146,403 miles
    Test number
    663694911900
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail146,403 miles (+9,151)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,403 miles
    Test number
    900544128096
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass137,252 miles (+9,737)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    137,252 miles
    Test number
    601811148538
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass127,515 miles (+9,585)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    127,515 miles
    Test number
    511793218573
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  8. Pass117,930 miles (+7,116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    117,930 miles
    Test number
    251372644475
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing thin on inside edges
  9. Pass110,814 miles (+6,595)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    110,814 miles
    Test number
    696575455114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass104,219 miles (+5,967)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    104,219 miles
    Test number
    615448664183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass98,252 miles (+5,025)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    98,252 miles
    Test number
    509151573103
    • NoteBOTH REAR TYRES ARE IN POOR CONDITION
  12. Pass93,227 miles (+12,756)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    93,227 miles
    Test number
    227601072126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    80,471 miles
    Test number
    907683771107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 OCJ

Does LB08 OCJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 OCJ expired on 9 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 OCJ?
The MOT on LB08 OCJ expired on 9 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 OCJ done?
LB08 OCJ was recorded at 170,897 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2021, an average of 8,637 miles a year.
Has LB08 OCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 OCJ has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LB08 OCJ 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 OCJ find?
LB08 OCJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2021 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; both rear shocker top mounts corroded; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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