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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,170 cc

LB53 RNXMOT history

LB53 RNX is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 9 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Dec 2024 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 107,151 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Dec 2024
Mileage
107,151 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2023
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,057 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 RNX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,170 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
9 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 RNX was last recorded at 107,151 miles on 21 Nov 2023, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,138 miles · 14 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
5,057 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 107,151 miles
  • 2022 – 98,660 miles
  • 2021 – 91,073 miles
  • 2020 – 85,035 miles
  • 2019 – 76,795 miles
  • 2018 – 63,891 miles
  • 2017 – 52,779 miles
  • 2016 – 51,063 miles
  • 2015 – 50,716 miles
  • 2013 – 47,155 miles
  • 2012 – 43,789 miles
  • 2011 – 41,223 miles
  • 2010 – 37,589 miles
  • 2008 – 31,587 miles
  • 2007 – 27,696 miles
  • 2006 – 21,489 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,151 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryEml light onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,151 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    107,151 miles
    Test number
    101352548018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  2. Fail107,138 miles (+8,478)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,138 miles
    Test number
    170644482389
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  3. Pass98,660 miles (+7,587)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    98,660 miles
    Test number
    114190609278
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front position lamps flicker when lights switched off

  4. Pass91,073 miles (+6,038)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    91,073 miles
    Test number
    851874800155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel

  5. Pass85,035 miles (+8,240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    85,035 miles
    Test number
    708037716364
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass76,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    76,795 miles
    Test number
    858816365044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail76,795 miles (+12,904)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,795 miles
    Test number
    463584155825
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass63,891 miles (+11,112)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    63,891 miles
    Test number
    832049138501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass52,779 miles (+1,716)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    52,779 miles
    Test number
    302289616296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass51,063 miles (+347)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    51,063 miles
    Test number
    369739179747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,716 miles (+2,246)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    50,716 miles
    Test number
    384544953597
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat belt poor
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe poor

  12. Pass48,470 miles (+1,315)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    48,470 miles
    Test number
    665405905035
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteFront exhaust poor...........

  13. Pass47,155 miles (+3,366)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    47,155 miles
    Test number
    788515653347
    • NoteBoth front tyres perishing
    • NoteSlight play in both rear upper suspension arms

  14. Pass43,789 miles (+2,566)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    43,789 miles
    Test number
    726955252377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,223 miles (+3,634)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    41,223 miles
    Test number
    507733251388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,589 miles (+3,007)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    37,589 miles
    Test number
    341765150309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,582 miles (+2,995)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    34,582 miles
    Test number
    472654100009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,587 miles (+3,891)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    31,587 miles
    Test number
    132322558319
    • NoteRear tyres slightly feathered on inner edges.....advise further inspection soon.

  19. Pass27,696 miles (+6,207)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    27,696 miles
    Test number
    464746547425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    21,489 miles
    Test number
    502167746394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 RNX

Does LB53 RNX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 RNX expired on 6 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 RNX?
The MOT on LB53 RNX expired on 6 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 RNX done?
LB53 RNX was recorded at 107,151 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2023, an average of 5,057 miles a year.
Has LB53 RNX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 RNX has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LB53 RNX 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 RNX find?
LB53 RNX passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; eml light on.

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