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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,910 cc

LB55 GXMMOT history

LB55 GXM is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 7 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 282,374 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Oct 2026
Mileage
282,374 mi
At MOT on 27 Sept 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
13,240 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 GXM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 GXM was last recorded at 282,374 miles on 27 Sept 2025, 13,935 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
268,439 miles · 24 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
13,935 miles
Average per year
13,240 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 282,374 miles
  • 2024 – 268,439 miles
  • 2023 – 253,441 miles
  • 2022 – 232,837 miles
  • 2021 – 213,003 miles
  • 2020 – 191,501 miles
  • 2019 – 175,168 miles
  • 2018 – 155,667 miles
  • 2017 – 143,209 miles
  • 2016 – 139,875 miles
  • 2015 – 136,478 miles
  • 2014 – 129,785 miles
  • 2013 – 124,343 miles
  • 2012 – 120,339 miles
  • 2011 – 115,393 miles
  • 2010 – 108,248 miles
  • 2009 – 82,244 miles
  • 2008 – 59,480 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass282,374 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass282,374 miles (+13,935)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    282,374 miles
    Test number
    671442398695
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass268,439 miles (+14,998)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    268,439 miles
    Test number
    811157477520
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass253,441 miles (+20,604)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    253,441 miles
    Test number
    411779992683
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  4. Pass232,837 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    232,837 miles
    Test number
    775396743939
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  5. Fail232,836 miles (+19,833)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,836 miles
    Test number
    644112275062
    • MajorRear Fuel system component leaking Fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  6. Pass213,003 miles (+144)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    213,003 miles
    Test number
    529606850016
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack boots (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail212,859 miles (+21,358)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,859 miles
    Test number
    655584404373
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drivers door central locking intermittent.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear tyres are worn smooth inner edge

  8. Pass191,501 miles (+16,333)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    191,501 miles
    Test number
    620829441295
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass175,168 miles (+19,501)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    175,168 miles
    Test number
    139409852672
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust gases leaking from engine area

  10. Pass155,667 miles (+12,458)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    155,667 miles
    Test number
    728984171476
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view couple of object damage, approx centre of screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear hubs corroded

  11. Pass143,209 miles (+3,334)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    143,209 miles
    Test number
    753554762541
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass139,875 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    139,875 miles
    Test number
    193889158385
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps deteriorating, beam image still visible
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (outer edges) (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail139,875 miles (+3,397)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,875 miles
    Test number
    631404858861
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps deteriorating, beam image still visible
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (outer edges) (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass136,478 miles (+6,693)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    136,478 miles
    Test number
    905546802126
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass129,785 miles (+5,442)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    129,785 miles
    Test number
    516444304375
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass124,343 miles (+4,004)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    124,343 miles
    Test number
    609845603342
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass120,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    120,339 miles
    Test number
    145738302304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail120,339 miles (+4,946)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,339 miles
    Test number
    406978902344
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  19. Pass115,393 miles (+7,145)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    115,393 miles
    Test number
    759041901327
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass108,248 miles (+26,004)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    108,248 miles
    Test number
    464921700397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside and Nearside brake discs worn

  21. Pass82,244 miles (+22,764)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    82,244 miles
    Test number
    601774439391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass59,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    59,480 miles
    Test number
    103241138360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail59,480 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,480 miles
    Test number
    772581338385
    • 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)

Questions about LB55 GXM

Does LB55 GXM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 GXM expired on 7 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 GXM?
The MOT on LB55 GXM expired on 7 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 GXM done?
LB55 GXM was recorded at 282,374 miles at its MOT on 27 Sept 2025, an average of 13,240 miles a year.
Has LB55 GXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 GXM has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LB55 GXM 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 GXM find?
LB55 GXM passed its latest MOT on 27 Sept 2025 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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