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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,998 cc

LB54 JZMMOT history

LB54 JZM is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 5 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 114,842 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jun 2027
Mileage
114,842 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,240 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 JZM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
5 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 JZM was last recorded at 114,842 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 728 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,114 miles · 3 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
728 miles
Average per year
4,240 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,842 miles
  • 2025 – 96,132 miles
  • 2024 – 92,710 miles
  • 2023 – 91,240 miles
  • 2022 – 90,180 miles
  • 2021 – 89,530 miles
  • 2019 – 88,677 miles
  • 2018 – 87,887 miles
  • 2017 – 87,040 miles
  • 2016 – 86,591 miles
  • 2015 – 86,179 miles
  • 2014 – 85,761 miles
  • 2013 – 85,292 miles
  • 2012 – 84,351 miles
  • 2011 – 81,161 miles
  • 2010 – 70,849 miles
  • 2009 – 53,153 miles
  • 2008 – 43,914 miles
  • 2007 – 36,323 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,842 miles
  • AdvisorySlight leak from water pump

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,842 miles (+728)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    114,842 miles
    Test number
    929771965041
    • AdvisorySlight leak from water pump

  2. Fail114,114 miles (+17,982)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,114 miles
    Test number
    384903123157
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour flashing white (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight water leak from fuel pump

  3. Pass96,132 miles (+3,422)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    96,132 miles
    Test number
    459546760132
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass92,710 miles (+1,470)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    92,710 miles
    Test number
    260727969655
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass91,240 miles (+1,060)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    91,240 miles
    Test number
    234274609043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass90,180 miles (+650)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    90,180 miles
    Test number
    656922774044
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass89,530 miles (+853)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    89,530 miles
    Test number
    226919160291
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass88,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    88,677 miles
    Test number
    367520683026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail88,677 miles (+790)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,677 miles
    Test number
    137651059517
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

  10. Pass87,887 miles (+847)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    87,887 miles
    Test number
    192413459459
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing on outer edge

  11. Pass87,040 miles (+449)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    87,040 miles
    Test number
    851158030241
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass86,591 miles (+412)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    86,591 miles
    Test number
    491295041436
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass86,179 miles (+418)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    86,179 miles
    Test number
    455372195166
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass85,761 miles (+469)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    85,761 miles
    Test number
    878243194141
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass85,292 miles (+941)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    85,292 miles
    Test number
    146479803277
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass84,351 miles (+3,190)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    84,351 miles
    Test number
    255934792451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass81,161 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    81,161 miles
    Test number
    785365791193
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion to suspension/steering components
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs pitted

  18. Fail81,161 miles (+10,312)2 repaired5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,161 miles
    Test number
    827375691145
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion to suspension/steering components
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs pitted

  19. Pass70,849 miles (+17,696)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    70,849 miles
    Test number
    571484680177
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass53,153 miles (+9,239)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    53,153 miles
    Test number
    401029049199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,914 miles (+7,591)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    43,914 miles
    Test number
    251062348195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    36,323 miles
    Test number
    880004247337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail36,323 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,323 miles
    Test number
    124904647335
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Questions about LB54 JZM

Does LB54 JZM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 JZM is valid until 16 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 JZM?
The MOT on LB54 JZM is valid until 16 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 JZM done?
LB54 JZM was recorded at 114,842 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 4,240 miles a year.
Has LB54 JZM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 JZM has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LB54 JZM 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 JZM find?
LB54 JZM passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: slight leak from water pump.

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