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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,000 cc

LB53 RJOMOT history

LB53 RJO is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 19 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 18 May 2024 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 142,026 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 May 2024
Mileage
142,026 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2023
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,710 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 RJO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 May 2024
Latest MOT test
18 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 RJO was last recorded at 142,026 miles on 18 May 2023, 19,252 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Sept 2010: 5,311 miles, lower than 46,378 miles on 6 Aug 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,774 miles · 19 May 2022
Between the last two tests
19,252 miles
Average per year
6,710 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 142,026 miles
  • 2022 – 122,774 miles
  • 2021 – 107,318 miles
  • 2020 – 94,692 miles
  • 2019 – 85,374 miles
  • 2013 – 82,913 miles
  • 2012 – 76,169 miles
  • 2011 – 63,026 miles
  • 2010 – 53,113 miles
  • 2009 – 46,378 miles
  • 2008 – 40,320 miles
  • 2007 – 34,161 miles
  • 2006 – 31,939 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,026 miles
  • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement play in outer bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front brake lag - 20%

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,026 miles (+19,252)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    142,026 miles
    Test number
    933982094274
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass122,774 miles (+147)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    122,774 miles
    Test number
    436066185366
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail122,627 miles (+15,309)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,627 miles
    Test number
    766147449811
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass107,318 miles (+263)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    107,318 miles
    Test number
    520384930378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement play in outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake lag - 20%
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (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))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid level slightly low
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever travel very high

  5. Fail107,055 miles (+12,363)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,055 miles
    Test number
    581503383194
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement play in outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake lag - 20%
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (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))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid level slightly low
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever travel very high

  6. Pass94,692 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    94,692 miles
    Test number
    711385032370
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam patterns slightly weak at time of test.
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Both nearside & offside. (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail94,692 miles (+9,318)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,692 miles
    Test number
    563715334629
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam patterns slightly weak at time of test.
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Both nearside & offside. (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass85,374 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    85,374 miles
    Test number
    118904711264
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps slightly cloudy.

  9. Fail85,373 miles (+2,460)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,373 miles
    Test number
    428607691128
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps slightly cloudy.

  10. Pass82,913 miles (+6,744)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    82,913 miles
    Test number
    576447543287
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass76,169 miles (+13,143)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    76,169 miles
    Test number
    448704642298
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass63,026 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    63,026 miles
    Test number
    458994111268
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteWipers poor

  13. Fail63,026 miles (+9,913)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,026 miles
    Test number
    445524311270
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteWipers poor

  14. Pass53,113 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    53,113 miles
    Test number
    112395140266
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front disc's worn, n/s also lightly scored
    • NoteBoth rear disc's worn/scored

  15. Fail5,311 miles (-41,067)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,311 miles
    Test number
    331415140459
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front disc's worn, n/s also lightly scored
    • NoteBoth rear disc's worn/scored

  16. Pass46,378 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    46,378 miles
    Test number
    531878519214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail46,373 miles (+6,053)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,373 miles
    Test number
    382487319494
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass40,320 miles (+6,159)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    40,320 miles
    Test number
    583026008251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    34,161 miles
    Test number
    202248817268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail34,161 miles (+2,222)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,161 miles
    Test number
    331915417482
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass31,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    31,939 miles
    Test number
    651885556355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 RJO

Does LB53 RJO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 RJO expired on 18 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 RJO?
The MOT on LB53 RJO expired on 18 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 RJO done?
LB53 RJO was recorded at 142,026 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2023, an average of 6,710 miles a year.
Has LB53 RJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 RJO has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2022.
Has the mileage on LB53 RJO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Sept 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB53 RJO find?
LB53 RJO passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2023 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 4 more.

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