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Saab 9-3

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,170 cc

LB53 JSXMOT history

LB53 JSX is a silver diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 28 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 6 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 217,585 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Dec 2023
Mileage
217,585 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2022
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
10,595 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 JSX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,170 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 JSX was last recorded at 217,585 miles on 6 Dec 2022, 9,374 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
208,211 miles · 7 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
9,374 miles
Average per year
10,595 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 217,585 miles
  • 2021 – 208,211 miles
  • 2020 – 200,964 miles
  • 2019 – 194,780 miles
  • 2018 – 186,264 miles
  • 2017 – 174,227 miles
  • 2016 – 162,782 miles
  • 2015 – 149,133 miles
  • 2014 – 138,462 miles
  • 2013 – 124,859 miles
  • 2012 – 115,040 miles
  • 2011 – 104,770 miles
  • 2010 – 93,165 miles
  • 2009 – 84,384 miles
  • 2008 – 70,626 miles
  • 2007 – 60,781 miles
  • 2006 – 47,827 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass217,585 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (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.

  • Slight rattling noise when starting up and turning off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive under tray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • N/s/f tyre bald on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 28 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass217,585 miles (+9,374)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    217,585 miles
    Test number
    910346048685
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass208,211 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    208,211 miles
    Test number
    512849657607
    • AdvisoryOil dampness around under tray area
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  3. Fail208,211 miles (+7,247)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,211 miles
    Test number
    450110442892
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil dampness around under tray area
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  4. Pass200,964 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    200,964 miles
    Test number
    669888045082
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak water pump area
    • AdvisorySlight rattling noise when starting up and turning off

  5. Fail200,963 miles (+6,183)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,963 miles
    Test number
    154364239131
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant stain age around engine undertray area coolant leak, level low
    • AdvisorySlight rattling noise when starting up and turning off

  6. Pass194,780 miles (+8,516)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    194,780 miles
    Test number
    386223877390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexy joint rattling
    • AdvisorySteering wheel feels notchy when operated

  7. Pass186,264 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    186,264 miles
    Test number
    392592474166
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive under tray fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail186,264 miles (+12,037)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,264 miles
    Test number
    866993648708
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive under tray fitted (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass174,227 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    174,227 miles
    Test number
    277998961747
    • AdvisoryOil dampness around bottom of engine under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads getting low
    • AdvisorySlight notchy noise from steering wheel

  10. Fail174,227 miles (+11,445)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,227 miles
    Test number
    736266965154
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOil dampness around bottom of engine under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads getting low
    • AdvisorySlight notchy noise from steering wheel

  11. Pass162,782 miles (+299)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    162,782 miles
    Test number
    124562080628
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre bald on edges

  12. Fail162,483 miles (+13,350)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,483 miles
    Test number
    898579190237
    • DangerousOffside Rear Braking system leaking brake caliper (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre bald on edges

  13. Pass149,133 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    149,133 miles
    Test number
    931796603318
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  14. Fail149,133 miles (+10,671)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,133 miles
    Test number
    449187630947
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  15. Pass138,462 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    138,462 miles
    Test number
    698857214378
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

  16. Fail138,462 miles (+13,603)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,462 miles
    Test number
    199127914320
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCoolant level low
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteRear discs are slightly worn

  17. Pass124,859 miles (+9,819)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    124,859 miles
    Test number
    378941033325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass115,040 miles (+10,270)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    115,040 miles
    Test number
    837358832333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass104,770 miles (+11,605)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    104,770 miles
    Test number
    618509331338
    • NoteN/s/r tyre slightly out of shape

  20. Fail93,165 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,165 miles
    Test number
    343859020390
    • Repaired at testFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass93,165 miles (+8,781)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    93,165 miles
    Test number
    440829820333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass84,384 miles (+130)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    84,384 miles
    Test number
    493007229363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail84,254 miles (+13,628)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,254 miles
    Test number
    184790329395
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass70,626 miles (+9,845)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    70,626 miles
    Test number
    424889838314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass60,781 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    60,781 miles
    Test number
    371220447372
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on edges and on limit.

  26. Fail60,781 miles (+12,954)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,781 miles
    Test number
    294084037326
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on edges and on limit.

  27. Pass47,827 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    47,827 miles
    Test number
    413802936330
    • NoteBoth rear tyres near limit

Questions about LB53 JSX

Does LB53 JSX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 JSX expired on 6 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 JSX?
The MOT on LB53 JSX expired on 6 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 JSX done?
LB53 JSX was recorded at 217,585 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2022, an average of 10,595 miles a year.
Has LB53 JSX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 JSX has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LB53 JSX 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 LB53 JSX find?
LB53 JSX passed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2022 with 4 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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