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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LB55 GWVMOT history

LB55 GWV is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 2 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 102,200 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
102,200 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,290 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 GWV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
2 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 GWV was last recorded at 102,200 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 529 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,671 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
529 miles
Average per year
4,290 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,200 miles
  • 2025 – 101,671 miles
  • 2024 – 100,961 miles
  • 2023 – 100,139 miles
  • 2022 – 99,552 miles
  • 2021 – 99,203 miles
  • 2020 – 98,036 miles
  • 2019 – 96,862 miles
  • 2017 – 95,561 miles
  • 2016 – 84,385 miles
  • 2015 – 81,098 miles
  • 2014 – 72,044 miles
  • 2013 – 65,012 miles
  • 2012 – 46,703 miles
  • 2011 – 43,043 miles
  • 2010 – 35,911 miles
  • 2009 – 29,088 miles
  • 2008 – 28,773 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,200 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

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.

  • Corrosion to suspension components.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,200 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    102,200 miles
    Test number
    239759084311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  2. Fail102,200 miles (+529)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,200 miles
    Test number
    606920238882
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  3. Pass101,671 miles (+710)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    101,671 miles
    Test number
    623342938550
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension components.
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp glasses deteriorated, beam patterns poor.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass100,961 miles (+822)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    100,961 miles
    Test number
    391652738697
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s headlamp lens slightly deteriorated, beam pattern poor.

  5. Pass100,139 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    100,139 miles
    Test number
    635445189432
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFrnt springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear shocker top mountings corroded
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded

  6. Fail100,139 miles (+587)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,139 miles
    Test number
    869240999374
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFrnt springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear shocker top mountings corroded
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded

  7. Pass99,552 miles (+349)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    99,552 miles
    Test number
    365622607353
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp glasses slightly deteriorated, beam patterns deteriorated slightly.

  8. Pass99,203 miles (+1,167)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    99,203 miles
    Test number
    602562279706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass98,036 miles (+1,174)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    98,036 miles
    Test number
    983593703331
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp glasses slightly deteriorated, beam patterns poor.

  10. Pass96,862 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    96,862 miles
    Test number
    826986414259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail96,862 miles (+1,301)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,862 miles
    Test number
    798143188261
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass95,561 miles (+6,770)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    95,561 miles
    Test number
    878235763353
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass88,791 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    88,791 miles
    Test number
    836703814783
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake reading slightly down.

  14. Fail88,791 miles (+4,406)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,791 miles
    Test number
    236181972153
    • FailureFuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake reading slightly down.

  15. Pass84,385 miles (+3,287)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    84,385 miles
    Test number
    591667001681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass81,098 miles (+9,054)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    81,098 miles
    Test number
    557045515269
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass72,044 miles (+7,032)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    72,044 miles
    Test number
    395434714217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass65,012 miles (+6,679)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    65,012 miles
    Test number
    156697123233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSills covered

  19. Pass58,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    58,333 miles
    Test number
    215921823094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail58,333 miles (+11,630)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,333 miles
    Test number
    698641523064
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass46,703 miles (+3,660)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    46,703 miles
    Test number
    606061232099
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear tyre generaly poor condition (edge wear and cracking on sidewalls)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre generaly poor condition (edgewear and cracking on sidewalls)

  22. Pass43,043 miles (+7,132)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    43,043 miles
    Test number
    327718811185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,911 miles (+6,823)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    35,911 miles
    Test number
    831338910110
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass29,088 miles (+315)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    29,088 miles
    Test number
    751539319140
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass28,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    28,773 miles
    Test number
    681085248327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail28,773 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,773 miles
    Test number
    824993948303
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about LB55 GWV

Does LB55 GWV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 GWV is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 GWV?
The MOT on LB55 GWV is valid until 1 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 GWV done?
LB55 GWV was recorded at 102,200 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 4,290 miles a year.
Has LB55 GWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 GWV has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 GWV 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 GWV find?
LB55 GWV passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm; oil leak, but not excessive engine, and 2 more.

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