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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,910 cc

LB55 GWKMOT history

LB55 GWK is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 9 May 2023 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 191,147 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 9 May 2023
Mileage
191,147 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2022
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
12,393 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 GWK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 May 2023
Latest MOT test
9 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 GWK was last recorded at 191,147 miles on 9 May 2022, 321 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,826 miles · 4 May 2022
Between the last two tests
321 miles
Average per year
12,393 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 191,147 miles
  • 2021 – 167,076 miles
  • 2020 – 150,092 miles
  • 2019 – 146,680 miles
  • 2018 – 141,452 miles
  • 2017 – 134,037 miles
  • 2016 – 126,271 miles
  • 2015 – 112,383 miles
  • 2014 – 99,423 miles
  • 2013 – 85,261 miles
  • 2012 – 68,077 miles
  • 2011 – 53,770 miles
  • 2010 – 41,391 miles
  • 2009 – 29,200 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,147 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 Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Emissions not tested

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,147 miles (+321)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    191,147 miles
    Test number
    512042655275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail190,826 miles (+23,750)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,826 miles
    Test number
    196460264909
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass167,076 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2022
    Odometer
    167,076 miles
    Test number
    903977735240
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail167,059 miles (+16,967)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,059 miles
    Test number
    114771710726
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass150,092 miles (+3,412)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2021
    Odometer
    150,092 miles
    Test number
    325901479477
    • AdvisoryFront Brake Discs Corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Headlight Slightly Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake Slight Bind
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer CV Boot Damp With Grease
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seatbelt Worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering Arm Slight Play

  6. Pass146,680 miles (+5,228)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    146,680 miles
    Test number
    207159879497
    • AdvisoryNearside cv gaiter damaged suggest attention
    • AdvisorySuspect nearside rear brake caliper piston leaking suggest further investigation

  7. Pass141,452 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    141,452 miles
    Test number
    596006561963
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view of testable components

  8. Fail141,452 miles (+7,415)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,452 miles
    Test number
    955450388469
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view of testable components

  9. Pass134,037 miles (+7,766)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    134,037 miles
    Test number
    565884687847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass126,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    126,271 miles
    Test number
    177540212131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail126,271 miles (+13,888)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,271 miles
    Test number
    977106886774
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass112,383 miles (+12,960)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    112,383 miles
    Test number
    889057565135
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass99,423 miles (+58)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    99,423 miles
    Test number
    975027074188
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to wear on edges
    • NoteDual mass flywheel rattling
    • NoteIntercooler leaking

  14. Fail99,365 miles (+14,104)5 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,365 miles
    Test number
    359425174174
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to wear on edges
    • NoteDual mass flywheel rattling
    • NoteIntercooler leaking

  15. Pass85,261 miles (+17,184)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    85,261 miles
    Test number
    547092783177
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass68,077 miles (+14,307)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    68,077 miles
    Test number
    559627862178
    • 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)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass53,770 miles (+12,379)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    53,770 miles
    Test number
    115856461122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLittle play inside o/s end of steering rack

  18. Pass41,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    41,391 miles
    Test number
    493388260113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail41,391 miles (+12,191)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,391 miles
    Test number
    950678460186
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass29,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    29,200 miles
    Test number
    652034609113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 GWK

Does LB55 GWK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 GWK expired on 9 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 GWK?
The MOT on LB55 GWK expired on 9 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 GWK done?
LB55 GWK was recorded at 191,147 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2022, an average of 12,393 miles a year.
Has LB55 GWK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 GWK has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 4 May 2022.
Has the mileage on LB55 GWK 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 GWK find?
LB55 GWK passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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