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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,910 cc

LB55 GYFMOT history

LB55 GYF is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 21 Jan 2024 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 172,085 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Jan 2024
Mileage
172,085 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2023
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,540 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 GYF
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 21 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 GYF was last recorded at 172,085 miles on 7 Jan 2023, 9,972 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,113 miles · 7 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
9,972 miles
Average per year
9,540 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 172,085 miles
  • 2022 – 162,113 miles
  • 2021 – 149,433 miles
  • 2019 – 131,414 miles
  • 2018 – 119,283 miles
  • 2017 – 106,411 miles
  • 2016 – 103,557 miles
  • 2015 – 97,535 miles
  • 2014 – 93,822 miles
  • 2013 – 89,186 miles
  • 2012 – 79,892 miles
  • 2011 – 67,264 miles
  • 2009 – 48,964 miles
  • 2008 – 37,467 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,085 miles
  • AdvisoryDrive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated bothside front inner c.v gaiters . (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex pipe. (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded upper section . (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bothside rear upper arms bush significant amount of play, should replace. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing bothside rear center tread lightly cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBothside front tyres shoulders worn thin.

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

17 tests since 27 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,085 miles (+9,972)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    172,085 miles
    Test number
    909976595375
    • AdvisoryDrive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated bothside front inner c.v gaiters . (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex pipe. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded upper section . (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bothside rear upper arms bush significant amount of play, should replace. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing bothside rear center tread lightly cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBothside front tyres shoulders worn thin.

  2. Pass162,113 miles (+12,680)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    162,113 miles
    Test number
    816702730448
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output bothside front head lamp lens ,should be cleaned. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim and tyre lightly bulging. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) bothside front.
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryChip on screen within m o t limit.

  3. Pass149,433 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    149,433 miles
    Test number
    694045254036
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim distorted in place. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel bothside front inner rod ball joint play. (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail149,433 miles (+18,019)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,433 miles
    Test number
    847668346080
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect head lamp lens tarnished, can clean or replace. (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim distorted in place. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel bothside front inner rod ball joint play. (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass131,414 miles (+12,131)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    131,414 miles
    Test number
    603128859314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre outer wall perishing /cracking should replace.
    • AdvisoryBothside front brake discs and pads worn thin.
    • AdvisoryBothside front head lamp aim/pattern not very defined, lights lens need cleaning.
    • AdvisoryBothside front steering rack rod inner ball joints play.

  6. Pass119,283 miles (+12,872)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    119,283 miles
    Test number
    712776151463
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre distorted.
    • AdvisoryBothside front brake pads inner face wearing thin.
    • AdvisoryBothside front steering rack rods inner ball joints play.

  7. Pass106,411 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    106,411 miles
    Test number
    766490982111
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBoth side front steering rack rod inner ball joints play.

  8. Fail106,411 miles (+2,854)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,411 miles
    Test number
    793392969207
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt top. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBoth side front steering rack rod inner ball joints play.

  9. Pass103,557 miles (+6,022)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    103,557 miles
    Test number
    671082439770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass97,535 miles (+3,713)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    97,535 miles
    Test number
    489916475081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass93,822 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    93,822 miles
    Test number
    369241194058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  12. Fail93,822 miles (+4,636)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,822 miles
    Test number
    386990894040
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  13. Pass89,186 miles (+9,294)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    89,186 miles
    Test number
    968936283011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass79,892 miles (+12,628)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    79,892 miles
    Test number
    507659182014
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is worn

  15. Pass67,264 miles (+18,300)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    67,264 miles
    Test number
    997269881070
    • NoteNearside rear tyre bald on outer edge
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has cuts on outer edge
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight play in front steering arms
    • NoteVehicle has covers fitted so unable to see some testable items

  16. Pass48,964 miles (+11,497)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    48,964 miles
    Test number
    991810239345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    37,467 miles
    Test number
    201212238393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 GYF

Does LB55 GYF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 GYF expired on 21 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 GYF?
The MOT on LB55 GYF expired on 21 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 GYF done?
LB55 GYF was recorded at 172,085 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2023, an average of 9,540 miles a year.
Has LB55 GYF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 GYF has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LB55 GYF 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 GYF find?
LB55 GYF passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2023 with 8 advisories: drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated bothside front inner c.v gaiters .; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex pipe.; offside front coil spring corroded upper section ., and 5 more.

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