Saab logo

Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,790 cc

LB55 CWRMOT history

LB55 CWR is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 29 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 17 Aug 2025 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 112,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Aug 2025
Mileage
112,167 mi
At MOT on 2 Aug 2024
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,242 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB55 CWR in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 CWR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,790 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 CWR was last recorded at 112,167 miles on 2 Aug 2024, 8,219 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,948 miles · 4 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
8,219 miles
Average per year
5,242 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 112,167 miles
  • 2023 – 103,948 miles
  • 2022 – 100,703 miles
  • 2021 – 97,750 miles
  • 2020 – 94,059 miles
  • 2019 – 90,959 miles
  • 2018 – 85,061 miles
  • 2017 – 78,682 miles
  • 2016 – 73,438 miles
  • 2015 – 66,300 miles
  • 2014 – 64,457 miles
  • 2013 – 61,151 miles
  • 2012 – 58,698 miles
  • 2011 – 52,030 miles
  • 2010 – 44,694 miles
  • 2009 – 37,357 miles
  • 2008 – 29,623 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,167 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,167 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    112,167 miles
    Test number
    684098525458
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail112,167 miles (+8,219)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,167 miles
    Test number
    495567398932
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass103,948 miles (+3,245)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    103,948 miles
    Test number
    247830769600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass100,703 miles (+2,953)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    100,703 miles
    Test number
    144394256677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass97,750 miles (+3,691)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    97,750 miles
    Test number
    835022242974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass94,059 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    94,059 miles
    Test number
    332524306820
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOsf wiper jet slightly under powered

  7. Fail94,055 miles (+3,096)6 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,055 miles
    Test number
    121301656692
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective weathered (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective weathered (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view ON LIMIT NOW (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner tie rod end has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play ON LIMIT NOW (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner tie rod end has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front washer jet slightly under powered
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively heavily lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly deteriorating (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass90,959 miles (+5,898)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    90,959 miles
    Test number
    408929361260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass85,061 miles (+6,379)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    85,061 miles
    Test number
    995755941389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,682 miles (+5,244)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    78,682 miles
    Test number
    254937866815
    • AdvisoryNearside light unit damaged

  11. Pass73,438 miles (+7,138)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    73,438 miles
    Test number
    934076049710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass66,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    66,300 miles
    Test number
    404381321686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail66,300 miles (+1,843)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,300 miles
    Test number
    379120401340
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass64,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    64,457 miles
    Test number
    969787394280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail64,457 miles (+3,306)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,457 miles
    Test number
    849087794228
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  16. Pass61,151 miles (+4)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    61,151 miles
    Test number
    656562213370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOff side front tyre cut lees 25mm

  17. Fail61,147 miles (+2,449)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,147 miles
    Test number
    275421513365
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOff side front tyre cut lees 25mm

  18. Pass58,698 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    58,698 miles
    Test number
    658752732360
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail58,698 miles (+6,668)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,698 miles
    Test number
    409021432427
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass52,030 miles (+7,336)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    52,030 miles
    Test number
    436249011374
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside rear lamp repaired with tape

  21. Pass44,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    44,694 miles
    Test number
    394906410361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail44,690 miles (+7,333)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,690 miles
    Test number
    752096010361
    • DangerousNearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

  23. Pass37,357 miles (+60)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    37,357 miles
    Test number
    422125119427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear lamp repaired with clear tape

  24. Fail37,297 miles (+7,674)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,297 miles
    Test number
    104808709346
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass29,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    29,623 miles
    Test number
    332798608365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 CWR

Does LB55 CWR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 CWR expired on 17 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 CWR?
The MOT on LB55 CWR expired on 17 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 CWR done?
LB55 CWR was recorded at 112,167 miles at its MOT on 2 Aug 2024, an average of 5,242 miles a year.
Has LB55 CWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 CWR has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LB55 CWR 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 CWR find?
LB55 CWR passed its latest MOT on 2 Aug 2024 with 1 advisory: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

Related registrations

Browse all LB55C registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.