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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LB08 OEAMOT history

LB08 OEA is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 19 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 27 Apr 2024 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 161,552 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Apr 2024
Mileage
161,552 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2023
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,587 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 OEA
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
19 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 OEA was last recorded at 161,552 miles on 22 Apr 2023, 1,047 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,505 miles · 28 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
1,047 miles
Average per year
9,587 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 161,552 miles
  • 2022 – 160,505 miles
  • 2021 – 159,616 miles
  • 2019 – 152,210 miles
  • 2018 – 145,739 miles
  • 2017 – 138,937 miles
  • 2016 – 124,673 miles
  • 2015 – 110,332 miles
  • 2014 – 92,862 miles
  • 2013 – 77,742 miles
  • 2012 – 61,912 miles
  • 2011 – 48,008 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,552 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,552 miles (+1,047)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    161,552 miles
    Test number
    688121491587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass160,505 miles (+889)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    160,505 miles
    Test number
    137535108263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass159,616 miles (+7,406)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    159,616 miles
    Test number
    261976267598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass152,210 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    152,210 miles
    Test number
    149264566324
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  5. Fail152,210 miles (+6,471)1 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,210 miles
    Test number
    719740886222
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  6. Pass145,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    145,739 miles
    Test number
    606518177333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail145,739 miles (+6,802)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,739 miles
    Test number
    344828165263
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  8. Pass138,937 miles (+14,264)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    138,937 miles
    Test number
    206028106975
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Pass124,673 miles (+14,341)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    124,673 miles
    Test number
    319883447230
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

  10. Pass110,332 miles (+17,470)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    110,332 miles
    Test number
    857393665185
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass92,862 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    92,862 miles
    Test number
    376344264166
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Fail92,862 miles (+15,120)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,862 miles
    Test number
    265224864407
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass77,742 miles (+15,830)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    77,742 miles
    Test number
    248872073463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,912 miles (+13,904)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    61,912 miles
    Test number
    296063662440
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEmission too clean

  15. Pass48,008 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    48,008 miles
    Test number
    555649961165
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEmissions to clean
    • NoteNearside rear brske disc's pitted and scored

Questions about LB08 OEA

Does LB08 OEA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 OEA expired on 27 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 OEA?
The MOT on LB08 OEA expired on 27 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 OEA done?
LB08 OEA was recorded at 161,552 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2023, an average of 9,587 miles a year.
Has LB08 OEA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 OEA has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on LB08 OEA 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 OEA find?
LB08 OEA passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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