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Saab 9-3

Yellow · Petrol · 2003 · 2,000 cc

LB53 JVOMOT history

LB53 JVO is a yellow petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 16 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 77,159 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Dec 2026
Mileage
77,159 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,440 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 JVO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 JVO was last recorded at 77,159 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 6,089 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,070 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,089 miles
Average per year
3,440 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 77,159 miles
  • 2024 – 71,070 miles
  • 2023 – 64,481 miles
  • 2022 – 56,727 miles
  • 2021 – 51,785 miles
  • 2020 – 51,374 miles
  • 2019 – 47,735 miles
  • 2018 – 44,685 miles
  • 2017 – 41,380 miles
  • 2016 – 38,813 miles
  • 2015 – 37,039 miles
  • 2014 – 33,967 miles
  • 2013 – 31,844 miles
  • 2012 – 30,425 miles
  • 2011 – 24,780 miles
  • 2010 – 21,968 miles
  • 2009 – 18,952 miles
  • 2008 – 15,082 miles
  • 2007 – 12,094 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,159 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

30 tests since 3 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,159 miles (+6,089)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    77,159 miles
    Test number
    364715523914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass71,070 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    71,070 miles
    Test number
    257235475578
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  3. Fail71,070 miles (+6,589)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,070 miles
    Test number
    976563667780
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  4. Pass64,481 miles (+7,754)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    64,481 miles
    Test number
    931485928496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass56,727 miles (+4,942)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    56,727 miles
    Test number
    710334192048
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass51,785 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    51,785 miles
    Test number
    468744822324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail51,785 miles (+411)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,785 miles
    Test number
    889516800595
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass51,374 miles (+3,639)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    51,374 miles
    Test number
    349094596607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass47,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    47,735 miles
    Test number
    527018592890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail47,735 miles (+3,050)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,735 miles
    Test number
    509021156757
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass44,685 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    44,685 miles
    Test number
    527525150000
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail44,685 miles (+3,305)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,685 miles
    Test number
    475957699959
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass41,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    41,380 miles
    Test number
    662632492721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail41,380 miles (+2,567)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,380 miles
    Test number
    832014039556
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Advisory(TPMS Light on)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Pass38,813 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    38,813 miles
    Test number
    729024520737
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded adaptor (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail38,813 miles (+1,774)2 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,813 miles
    Test number
    544727613856
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded adaptor (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass37,039 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    37,039 miles
    Test number
    313224488393
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail37,039 miles (+3,072)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,039 miles
    Test number
    543240593607
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass33,967 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    33,967 miles
    Test number
    478461414478
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteTyre pressure monitoring system indicates a fault

  20. Fail33,967 miles (+2,123)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,967 miles
    Test number
    928951114301
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth wiper blades smearing
    • NoteTyre pressure monitoring system indicates a fault

  21. Pass31,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    31,844 miles
    Test number
    719934903388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail31,844 miles (+2)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,844 miles
    Test number
    887134103366
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Fail31,842 miles (+1,417)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,842 miles
    Test number
    139133803346
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass30,425 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    30,425 miles
    Test number
    467174922417
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail30,423 miles (+5,643)5 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,423 miles
    Test number
    646471722337
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteN/s windscreen wiper is smearing
    • NoteO/s windscreen wiper is smearing

  26. Pass24,780 miles (+2,812)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    24,780 miles
    Test number
    547781711001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass21,968 miles (+3,016)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    21,968 miles
    Test number
    111664610013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass18,952 miles (+3,870)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    18,952 miles
    Test number
    902683519072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass15,082 miles (+2,988)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    15,082 miles
    Test number
    801082708026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass12,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    12,094 miles
    Test number
    204973307045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 JVO

Does LB53 JVO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 JVO is valid until 1 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 JVO?
The MOT on LB53 JVO is valid until 1 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 JVO done?
LB53 JVO was recorded at 77,159 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 3,440 miles a year.
Has LB53 JVO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 JVO has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 JVO 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 JVO find?
LB53 JVO passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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