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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,998 cc

LB53 RLZMOT history

LB53 RLZ is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 29 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 2 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 105,781 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Apr 2023
Mileage
105,781 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2022
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,892 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 RLZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 RLZ was last recorded at 105,781 miles on 24 Mar 2022, 7,196 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,585 miles · 19 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
7,196 miles
Average per year
5,892 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 105,781 miles
  • 2021 – 98,585 miles
  • 2020 – 94,139 miles
  • 2019 – 87,143 miles
  • 2018 – 79,090 miles
  • 2017 – 70,039 miles
  • 2016 – 59,438 miles
  • 2015 – 51,420 miles
  • 2014 – 46,859 miles
  • 2013 – 42,029 miles
  • 2012 – 39,220 miles
  • 2011 – 36,453 miles
  • 2010 – 35,264 miles
  • 2009 – 28,735 miles
  • 2008 – 24,941 miles
  • 2007 – 17,475 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,781 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust corroded
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 29 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,781 miles (+7,196)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    105,781 miles
    Test number
    903785838771
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass98,585 miles (+4,446)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    98,585 miles
    Test number
    193654426099
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass94,139 miles (+6,996)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    94,139 miles
    Test number
    876209333582
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Pass87,143 miles (+8,053)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    87,143 miles
    Test number
    213561319069
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted , not allowing a full inspection
    • AdvisorySlight play in both steering rack drumsticks

  5. Pass79,090 miles (+9,051)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    79,090 miles
    Test number
    812528666288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bottom ball has slight play-found on shaker plates
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear top suspenion,inner bush worn with slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth drum sticks have slight play

  6. Pass70,039 miles (+10,601)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    70,039 miles
    Test number
    141346393978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass59,438 miles (+8,018)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    59,438 miles
    Test number
    718425079375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass51,420 miles (+4,561)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    51,420 miles
    Test number
    496436785031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass46,859 miles (+4,830)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    46,859 miles
    Test number
    145157584080
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass42,029 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    42,029 miles
    Test number
    275743893068
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/S/R Tyre has sidewall damage but no cords on show

  11. Fail42,029 miles (+2,809)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,029 miles
    Test number
    669377683036
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteO/S/R Tyre has sidewall damage but no cords on show

  12. Pass39,220 miles (+2,767)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    39,220 miles
    Test number
    538716982009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass36,453 miles (+1,189)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    36,453 miles
    Test number
    939502781044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,264 miles (+6,529)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    35,264 miles
    Test number
    272583980019
    • NoteFront + rear discs slightly lipped
    • NoteO/s/r tyre slight outer side wall damage

  15. Pass28,735 miles (+3,794)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    28,735 miles
    Test number
    483334489097
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass24,941 miles (+7,466)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    24,941 miles
    Test number
    483247188078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    17,475 miles
    Test number
    612608987098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 RLZ

Does LB53 RLZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 RLZ expired on 2 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 RLZ?
The MOT on LB53 RLZ expired on 2 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 RLZ done?
LB53 RLZ was recorded at 105,781 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2022, an average of 5,892 miles a year.
Has LB53 RLZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 RLZ has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2013.
Has the mileage on LB53 RLZ 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 RLZ find?
LB53 RLZ passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2022 with 2 advisories: front exhaust corroded; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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