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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,988 cc

LB54 ECYMOT history

LB54 ECY is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 5 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 8 Feb 2025 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 180,285 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Feb 2025
Mileage
180,285 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2024
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
9,046 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 ECY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
5 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 ECY was last recorded at 180,285 miles on 9 Feb 2024, 660 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,625 miles · 30 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
660 miles
Average per year
9,046 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 180,285 miles
  • 2023 – 179,625 miles
  • 2021 – 171,590 miles
  • 2020 – 161,273 miles
  • 2019 – 152,162 miles
  • 2018 – 139,476 miles
  • 2017 – 127,898 miles
  • 2016 – 111,807 miles
  • 2015 – 100,160 miles
  • 2014 – 91,099 miles
  • 2013 – 83,671 miles
  • 2012 – 73,077 miles
  • 2011 – 64,233 miles
  • 2010 – 56,765 miles
  • 2009 – 48,235 miles
  • 2008 – 39,903 miles
  • 2007 – 34,291 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,285 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,285 miles (+660)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    180,285 miles
    Test number
    173173518895
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass179,625 miles (+8,035)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    179,625 miles
    Test number
    732117680599
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass171,590 miles2 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    171,590 miles
    Test number
    260324301533
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail171,590 miles (+10,317)1 major2 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,590 miles
    Test number
    663489829562
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass161,273 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    161,273 miles
    Test number
    826276904877
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail161,273 miles (+9,111)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,273 miles
    Test number
    185086274025
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass152,162 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    152,162 miles
    Test number
    885814594189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail152,160 miles (+12,684)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,160 miles
    Test number
    574649627219
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass139,476 miles (+11,578)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    139,476 miles
    Test number
    452591140797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass127,898 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    127,898 miles
    Test number
    775527562170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail127,898 miles (+16,091)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,898 miles
    Test number
    268547067948
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass111,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    111,807 miles
    Test number
    917792313727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail111,807 miles (+11,647)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,807 miles
    Test number
    983888572547
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass100,160 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    100,160 miles
    Test number
    982832285359
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  15. Fail100,160 miles (+9,061)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,160 miles
    Test number
    986320471101
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  16. Pass91,099 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    91,099 miles
    Test number
    248952414258
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail91,099 miles (+7,428)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,099 miles
    Test number
    619280514240
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass83,671 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    83,671 miles
    Test number
    367572213266
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail83,671 miles (+10,594)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,671 miles
    Test number
    836432913216
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass73,077 miles (+8,844)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    73,077 miles
    Test number
    987703612249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass64,233 miles (+7,468)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    64,233 miles
    Test number
    559781911291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail56,765 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,765 miles
    Test number
    161998200244
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteRear discs scored

  23. Pass56,765 miles (+8,530)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    56,765 miles
    Test number
    951808800203
    • NoteRear discs scored

  24. Pass48,235 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    48,235 miles
    Test number
    510174189149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail48,202 miles (+8,299)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,202 miles
    Test number
    290683489137
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  26. Pass39,903 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    39,903 miles
    Test number
    571343088157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Fail39,903 miles (+5,612)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,903 miles
    Test number
    824077578121
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Pass34,291 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    34,291 miles
    Test number
    273054457353
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges & on limit

Questions about LB54 ECY

Does LB54 ECY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 ECY expired on 8 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 ECY?
The MOT on LB54 ECY expired on 8 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 ECY done?
LB54 ECY was recorded at 180,285 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2024, an average of 9,046 miles a year.
Has LB54 ECY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 ECY has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LB54 ECY 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 LB54 ECY find?
LB54 ECY passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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