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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,000 cc

LB53 JVXMOT history

LB53 JVX is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 11 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 104,586 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2024
Mileage
104,586 mi
At MOT on 21 Dec 2023
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,865 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 JVX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 JVX was last recorded at 104,586 miles on 21 Dec 2023, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,585 miles · 14 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,865 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 104,586 miles
  • 2022 – 97,523 miles
  • 2021 – 92,839 miles
  • 2020 – 88,127 miles
  • 2019 – 77,121 miles
  • 2017 – 76,072 miles
  • 2016 – 71,903 miles
  • 2015 – 67,189 miles
  • 2014 – 63,379 miles
  • 2013 – 58,192 miles
  • 2012 – 56,729 miles
  • 2010 – 54,722 miles
  • 2009 – 35,799 miles
  • 2008 – 29,711 miles
  • 2007 – 26,267 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,586 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,586 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    104,586 miles
    Test number
    607293881804
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail104,585 miles (+7,062)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,585 miles
    Test number
    946099091850
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect x2 (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass97,523 miles (+4,684)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    97,523 miles
    Test number
    233503241241
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass92,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    92,839 miles
    Test number
    969774246356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail92,839 miles (+4,712)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,839 miles
    Test number
    938094035931
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass88,127 miles (+6,919)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    88,127 miles
    Test number
    914511795596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail81,208 miles (+4,087)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,208 miles
    Test number
    851996452285
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  8. Pass77,121 miles (+1,049)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    77,121 miles
    Test number
    179166149877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,072 miles (+4,169)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    76,072 miles
    Test number
    406508098080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnderside slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryWipers poor

  10. Pass71,903 miles (+4,714)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    71,903 miles
    Test number
    812652391773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,189 miles (+3,810)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    67,189 miles
    Test number
    657346215021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail63,379 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,379 miles
    Test number
    307037324089
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass63,379 miles (+5,187)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    63,379 miles
    Test number
    788707424063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,192 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    58,192 miles
    Test number
    158618223404
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail58,192 miles (+1,463)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,192 miles
    Test number
    417668723091
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass56,729 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    56,729 miles
    Test number
    896482672192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail56,711 miles (+1,989)2 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,711 miles
    Test number
    569234652163
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE DISC WORN

  18. Pass54,722 miles (+9,000)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    54,722 miles
    Test number
    881044260355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail45,722 miles (+9,923)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,722 miles
    Test number
    452653960459
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass35,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    35,799 miles
    Test number
    494931539416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail35,801 miles (+6,090)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,801 miles
    Test number
    482231439334
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass29,711 miles (+3,444)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    29,711 miles
    Test number
    133142638397
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass26,267 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    26,267 miles
    Test number
    822009317350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 JVX

Does LB53 JVX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 JVX expired on 20 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 JVX?
The MOT on LB53 JVX expired on 20 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 JVX done?
LB53 JVX was recorded at 104,586 miles at its MOT on 21 Dec 2023, an average of 4,865 miles a year.
Has LB53 JVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 JVX has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LB53 JVX 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 JVX find?
LB53 JVX passed its latest MOT on 21 Dec 2023 with 3 advisories: exhaust noisy; oil leak, but not excessive; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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