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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LB55 CUXMOT history

LB55 CUX is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 2 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 27 Mar 2025 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 111,047 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Mar 2025
Mileage
111,047 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,667 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 CUX
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
2 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 CUX was last recorded at 111,047 miles on 28 Mar 2024, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,042 miles · 20 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
4,667 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 111,047 miles
  • 2023 – 111,026 miles
  • 2021 – 107,471 miles
  • 2020 – 104,076 miles
  • 2019 – 96,647 miles
  • 2018 – 95,901 miles
  • 2017 – 95,300 miles
  • 2016 – 89,732 miles
  • 2015 – 88,804 miles
  • 2013 – 83,971 miles
  • 2012 – 79,226 miles
  • 2011 – 72,446 miles
  • 2010 – 66,638 miles
  • 2009 – 59,014 miles
  • 2008 – 39,661 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,047 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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources less than 50%

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive and leaking onto the inner cv boot so it appears to be leaking on o/s inner

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,047 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    111,047 miles
    Test number
    278912082991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail111,042 miles (+16)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,042 miles
    Test number
    676713345925
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass111,026 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    111,026 miles
    Test number
    435957061071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass111,011 miles (+818)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    111,011 miles
    Test number
    110930745141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass110,193 miles (+2,722)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    110,193 miles
    Test number
    756654884054
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated bonnet wont open (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs weathered (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs weathered (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass107,471 miles (+71)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    107,471 miles
    Test number
    312202565855
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail107,400 miles (+3,324)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,400 miles
    Test number
    738446825760
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass104,076 miles (+194)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    104,076 miles
    Test number
    896091725140
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources less than 50% (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive and leaking onto the inner cv boot so it appears to be leaking on o/s inner (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail103,882 miles (+7,235)1 dangerous6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,882 miles
    Test number
    333199901389
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources less than 50% (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive and leaking onto the inner cv boot so it appears to be leaking on o/s inner (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass96,647 miles (+746)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    96,647 miles
    Test number
    251501090159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass95,901 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    95,901 miles
    Test number
    589395643170
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slight blow

  12. Fail95,901 miles (+601)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,901 miles
    Test number
    930047153288
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slight blow

  13. Pass95,300 miles (+5,568)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    95,300 miles
    Test number
    908069902780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass89,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2017
    Odometer
    89,732 miles
    Test number
    660027665206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail89,732 miles (+928)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,732 miles
    Test number
    291168012635
    • 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)
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  16. Pass88,804 miles (+4,833)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    88,804 miles
    Test number
    595162425155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass83,971 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    83,971 miles
    Test number
    487901943399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail83,971 miles (+4,745)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,971 miles
    Test number
    978661243374
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass79,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    79,226 miles
    Test number
    556199342363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail79,226 miles (+6,780)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,226 miles
    Test number
    556628142359
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass72,446 miles (+5,808)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    72,446 miles
    Test number
    188921951341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass66,638 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    66,638 miles
    Test number
    983438940372
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail66,638 miles (+7,624)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,638 miles
    Test number
    984568940379
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass59,014 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    59,014 miles
    Test number
    160752249365
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNear side rear tyre worn low around inner edge

  25. Fail59,014 miles (+19,353)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,014 miles
    Test number
    700942949398
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNear side rear tyre worn low around inner edge

  26. Pass39,661 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    39,661 miles
    Test number
    953595548333
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB55 CUX

Does LB55 CUX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 CUX expired on 27 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 CUX?
The MOT on LB55 CUX expired on 27 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 CUX done?
LB55 CUX was recorded at 111,047 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2024, an average of 4,667 miles a year.
Has LB55 CUX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 CUX has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LB55 CUX 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 LB55 CUX find?
LB55 CUX passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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