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Saab 9-3 Vector 150 BHP

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,000 cc

LB54 MKDMOT history

LB54 MKD is a black petrol Saab 9-3 Vector 150 BHP first used on 15 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 5 Aug 2025 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 132,685 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Aug 2025
Mileage
132,685 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2024
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,870 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 MKD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3 Vector 150 BHP
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 MKD was last recorded at 132,685 miles on 6 Aug 2024, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,674 miles · 26 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
6,870 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 132,685 miles
  • 2023 – 132,674 miles
  • 2020 – 132,664 miles
  • 2018 – 130,086 miles
  • 2017 – 120,527 miles
  • 2016 – 110,213 miles
  • 2015 – 101,101 miles
  • 2014 – 93,378 miles
  • 2013 – 84,748 miles
  • 2012 – 76,969 miles
  • 2011 – 64,459 miles
  • 2010 – 49,730 miles
  • 2009 – 42,425 miles
  • 2008 – 28,850 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,685 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases fleix (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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 Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 11 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,685 miles (+11)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    132,685 miles
    Test number
    378169917797
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases fleix (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail132,674 miles (+10)3 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,674 miles
    Test number
    415353804452
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened + sills (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged offside front and offside rear (5.2.3 (j))

  3. Pass132,664 miles (+2,578)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    132,664 miles
    Test number
    452701056738
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  4. Pass130,086 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    130,086 miles
    Test number
    431638886418
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail130,086 miles (+9,559)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,086 miles
    Test number
    928419734294
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass120,527 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    120,527 miles
    Test number
    408566628746
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  7. Fail120,527 miles (+10,314)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,527 miles
    Test number
    413088360449
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  8. Pass110,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    110,213 miles
    Test number
    829198450152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail110,210 miles (+9,109)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,210 miles
    Test number
    660592272018
    • FailureRear brake application uneven nearside slow (3.7.B.2)

  10. Pass101,101 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    101,101 miles
    Test number
    485197004284
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Fail101,101 miles (+7,723)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,101 miles
    Test number
    830647432724
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass93,378 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    93,378 miles
    Test number
    809551534318
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail93,375 miles (+8,627)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,375 miles
    Test number
    487365724455
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass84,748 miles (+7,779)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    84,748 miles
    Test number
    156406723398
    • 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)

  15. Pass76,969 miles (+12,510)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    76,969 miles
    Test number
    756480822352
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake discs wearing
    • NoteFront tyres wearing in middle getting low on tread

  16. Pass64,459 miles (+14,729)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    64,459 miles
    Test number
    348208221318
    • NoteBoth rear tyres approaching legal limit

  17. Pass49,730 miles (+7,305)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    49,730 miles
    Test number
    492982220404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,425 miles (+13,575)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    42,425 miles
    Test number
    251795719374
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass28,850 miles (+9,419)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    28,850 miles
    Test number
    891709918352
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass19,431 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    19,431 miles
    Test number
    350182848047
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

Questions about LB54 MKD

Does LB54 MKD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 MKD expired on 5 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 MKD?
The MOT on LB54 MKD expired on 5 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 MKD done?
LB54 MKD was recorded at 132,685 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2024, an average of 6,870 miles a year.
Has LB54 MKD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 MKD has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LB54 MKD 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 MKD find?
LB54 MKD passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2024 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases fleix, and 5 more.

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