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Saab 9-3

Green · Petrol · 2004 · 1,800 cc

LB53 RVUMOT history

LB53 RVU is a green petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 29 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 29 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 137,210 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jan 2025
Mileage
137,210 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2024
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,197 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 RVU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 RVU was last recorded at 137,210 miles on 12 Jan 2024, 4,482 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,728 miles · 25 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
4,482 miles
Average per year
6,197 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 137,210 miles
  • 2023 – 132,728 miles
  • 2022 – 128,366 miles
  • 2021 – 124,046 miles
  • 2020 – 120,374 miles
  • 2019 – 115,928 miles
  • 2018 – 111,019 miles
  • 2017 – 106,362 miles
  • 2016 – 100,636 miles
  • 2015 – 95,890 miles
  • 2014 – 90,741 miles
  • 2013 – 85,671 miles
  • 2012 – 77,931 miles
  • 2011 – 69,369 miles
  • 2010 – 59,558 miles
  • 2009 – 50,796 miles
  • 2008 – 41,851 miles
  • 2007 – 32,097 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,210 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 26 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,210 miles (+4,482)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    137,210 miles
    Test number
    272471523432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass132,728 miles (+4,362)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    132,728 miles
    Test number
    978854988035
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass128,366 miles (+4,320)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    128,366 miles
    Test number
    969428430964
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack boot (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass124,046 miles (+3,672)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    124,046 miles
    Test number
    972923021766
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective both front exhaust rubbers are perished (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass120,374 miles (+4,446)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    120,374 miles
    Test number
    223743031043
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass115,928 miles (+4,909)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    115,928 miles
    Test number
    774656647594
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass111,019 miles (+4,657)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    111,019 miles
    Test number
    471894938823
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass106,362 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    106,362 miles
    Test number
    480624301945
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryAll exhaust rubber mounts perished

  9. Fail106,361 miles (+5,725)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,361 miles
    Test number
    977187094813
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryAll exhaust rubber mounts perished

  10. Pass100,636 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    100,636 miles
    Test number
    609351762153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  11. Fail100,636 miles (+4,746)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,636 miles
    Test number
    180976868955
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Pass95,890 miles (+5,149)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    95,890 miles
    Test number
    388499105096
    • NoteExhaust is corroded

  13. Fail90,741 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,741 miles
    Test number
    458833504040
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

  14. Pass90,741 miles (+5,070)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    90,741 miles
    Test number
    776713804030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass85,671 miles (+7,740)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    85,671 miles
    Test number
    126422523096
    • NoteBoth front inner tie rods have slight play

  16. Pass77,931 miles (+8,562)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    77,931 miles
    Test number
    456851512043
    • NoteExhaust flexi joint in downpipe deteriorated.
    • NoteSlight movement in both front steering knuckles.
    • NoteSlight movement in offside front antiroll bar link lower ball joint.
    • NoteUnable to inspect outer body sills due to covers fitted.

  17. Pass69,369 miles (+9,811)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    69,369 miles
    Test number
    169427801426
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  18. Pass59,558 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    59,558 miles
    Test number
    423006820021
    • NoteScrew embedded n/s/r tyre tread face
    • NoteSlight play o/s and n/s steering rack

  19. Fail59,558 miles (+8,762)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,558 miles
    Test number
    563966620030
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteScrew embedded n/s/r tyre tread face
    • NoteSlight play o/s and n/s steering rack

  20. Pass50,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    50,796 miles
    Test number
    283467329000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail50,796 miles (+8,945)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,796 miles
    Test number
    203277529012
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass41,851 miles (+9,754)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    41,851 miles
    Test number
    543568128002
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass32,097 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    32,097 miles
    Test number
    981676427082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 RVU

Does LB53 RVU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 RVU expired on 29 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 RVU?
The MOT on LB53 RVU expired on 29 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 RVU done?
LB53 RVU was recorded at 137,210 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2024, an average of 6,197 miles a year.
Has LB53 RVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 RVU has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2017.
Has the mileage on LB53 RVU 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 RVU find?
LB53 RVU passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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