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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,990 cc

LB53 RJYMOT history

LB53 RJY is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 29 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 21 Jan 2023 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 101,079 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Jan 2023
Mileage
101,079 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2022
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,875 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 RJY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 RJY was last recorded at 101,079 miles on 6 Jan 2022, 9,638 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,441 miles · 18 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
9,638 miles
Average per year
5,875 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 101,079 miles
  • 2021 – 91,441 miles
  • 2019 – 82,045 miles
  • 2018 – 67,411 miles
  • 2017 – 63,692 miles
  • 2016 – 59,033 miles
  • 2015 – 55,980 miles
  • 2014 – 52,968 miles
  • 2013 – 51,053 miles
  • 2012 – 48,196 miles
  • 2011 – 37,744 miles
  • 2010 – 30,345 miles
  • 2009 – 25,039 miles
  • 2008 – 17,811 miles
  • 2007 – 13,155 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,079 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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, 2017

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,079 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    101,079 miles
    Test number
    173851153769
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail101,079 miles (+9,638)2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,079 miles
    Test number
    516655908522
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass91,441 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    91,441 miles
    Test number
    290595434003
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail91,441 miles (+9,396)3 dangerous1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,441 miles
    Test number
    265937172673
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass82,045 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    82,045 miles
    Test number
    217788395057
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. FailMileage not read2 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    374712233136
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass67,411 miles (+3,719)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    67,411 miles
    Test number
    837079682800
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underneath the vehicle.

  8. Pass63,692 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    63,692 miles
    Test number
    668194046891
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail63,692 miles (+4,659)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,692 miles
    Test number
    202280012647
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured Both rear upper shock absorber brackets (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass59,033 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    59,033 miles
    Test number
    850195264738
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre inner wall cut

  11. Fail59,033 miles (+3,053)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,033 miles
    Test number
    715829341815
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre inner wall cut

  12. Pass55,980 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    55,980 miles
    Test number
    798812065176
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail55,978 miles (+3,010)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,978 miles
    Test number
    358562965173
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass52,968 miles (+1,915)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    52,968 miles
    Test number
    318523144122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass51,053 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    51,053 miles
    Test number
    315225663104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail51,053 miles (+2,857)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,053 miles
    Test number
    899125863159
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass48,196 miles (+10,452)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    48,196 miles
    Test number
    269012442176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,744 miles (+7,399)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    37,744 miles
    Test number
    986432281098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,345 miles (+5,306)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    30,345 miles
    Test number
    120234350417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,039 miles (+7,228)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    25,039 miles
    Test number
    342079809071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,811 miles (+4,656)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    17,811 miles
    Test number
    130518018090
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  22. Pass13,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    13,155 miles
    Test number
    923339417041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 RJY

Does LB53 RJY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 RJY expired on 21 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 RJY?
The MOT on LB53 RJY expired on 21 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 RJY done?
LB53 RJY was recorded at 101,079 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2022, an average of 5,875 miles a year.
Has LB53 RJY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 RJY has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LB53 RJY 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 RJY find?
LB53 RJY passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2022 with 9 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 6 more.

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