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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LB54 OWUMOT history

LB54 OWU is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 17 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 8 Jun 2024 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 169,045 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Jun 2024
Mileage
169,045 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2024
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,266 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 OWU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB54 OWU was last recorded at 169,045 miles on 6 Jun 2024, 10,823 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,222 miles · 9 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
10,823 miles
Average per year
5,266 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 169,045 miles
  • 2023 – 158,222 miles
  • 2022 – 148,021 miles
  • 2019 – 145,263 miles
  • 2018 – 141,002 miles
  • 2017 – 139,900 miles
  • 2015 – 136,586 miles
  • 2014 – 132,074 miles
  • 2013 – 127,220 miles
  • 2011 – 118,062 miles
  • 2010 – 106,456 miles
  • 2009 – 93,459 miles
  • 2007 – 82,303 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail169,045 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 17 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail169,045 miles (+10,823)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,045 miles
    Test number
    550002661874
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  2. Pass158,222 miles (+10,201)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    158,222 miles
    Test number
    461828177970
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass148,021 miles (+2,758)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2023
    Odometer
    148,021 miles
    Test number
    525276891982
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass145,263 miles (+4,261)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    145,263 miles
    Test number
    888018696985
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass141,002 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    141,002 miles
    Test number
    684178896591
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail141,002 miles (+1,102)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,002 miles
    Test number
    434290241809
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded and seriously weakened play (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass139,900 miles (+3,314)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    139,900 miles
    Test number
    998216858088
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)
  8. Pass136,586 miles (+4,512)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    136,586 miles
    Test number
    597626265071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass132,074 miles (+4,854)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    132,074 miles
    Test number
    977283274043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHeavy body damage to n/s/r 1/4 pannel but no sharp edges
  10. Pass127,220 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    127,220 miles
    Test number
    817255263076
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Fail127,215 miles (+9,153)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,215 miles
    Test number
    736563163008
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
  12. Pass118,062 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    118,062 miles
    Test number
    278709151224
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  13. Fail118,062 miles (+11,606)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,062 miles
    Test number
    268559951273
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  14. Pass106,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    106,456 miles
    Test number
    150429540280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail106,456 miles (+12,997)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,456 miles
    Test number
    371569840469
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass93,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    93,459 miles
    Test number
    431612369087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail93,459 miles (+11,156)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,459 miles
    Test number
    120128359025
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
  18. Pass82,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    82,303 miles
    Test number
    424191057322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 OWU

Does LB54 OWU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 OWU expired on 8 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 OWU?
The MOT on LB54 OWU expired on 8 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 OWU done?
LB54 OWU was recorded at 169,045 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2024, an average of 5,266 miles a year.
Has LB54 OWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 OWU has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LB54 OWU 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 OWU find?
LB54 OWU failed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2024 with 3 major defects and 1 advisory: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; offside vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting; oil leaking excessively from engine, and 1 more.

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