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Saab 9-3

Beige · Petrol · 2005 · 1,988 cc

LB55 GZJMOT history

LB55 GZJ is a beige petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 13 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 21 Aug 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 135,972 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Aug 2024
Mileage
135,972 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,727 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 GZJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
13 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 GZJ was last recorded at 135,972 miles on 22 Aug 2023, 396 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,576 miles · 5 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
396 miles
Average per year
6,727 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 135,972 miles
  • 2022 – 126,819 miles
  • 2021 – 119,859 miles
  • 2020 – 115,555 miles
  • 2019 – 100,415 miles
  • 2018 – 89,821 miles
  • 2017 – 85,057 miles
  • 2016 – 76,239 miles
  • 2015 – 71,835 miles
  • 2014 – 68,752 miles
  • 2013 – 66,132 miles
  • 2012 – 63,072 miles
  • 2011 – 57,151 miles
  • 2009 – 46,365 miles
  • 2008 – 37,108 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,972 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides bushes have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel arch corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Shields limiting inspection

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,972 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    135,972 miles
    Test number
    225283041346
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides bushes have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel arch corroded

  2. Fail135,972 miles (+396)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,972 miles
    Test number
    624924830020
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides bushes have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel arch corroded

  3. Fail135,576 miles (+8,757)6 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,576 miles
    Test number
    559591335519
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  4. Pass126,819 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    126,819 miles
    Test number
    477739798548
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail126,818 miles (+6,959)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,818 miles
    Test number
    188281058649
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass119,859 miles (+4,304)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    119,859 miles
    Test number
    978018238668
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryShields limiting inspection

  7. Pass115,555 miles (+15,140)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    115,555 miles
    Test number
    706224452875
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShields limiting inspection

  8. Pass100,415 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    100,415 miles
    Test number
    971445138493
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShields limiting inspection

  9. Fail100,413 miles (+10,592)7 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,413 miles
    Test number
    760456628381
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened shocker (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened shocker (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryShields limiting inspection

  10. Pass89,821 miles (+4,764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    89,821 miles
    Test number
    589370391977
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass85,057 miles (+5,475)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    85,057 miles
    Test number
    460263281101
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure

  12. Pass79,582 miles (+3,343)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    79,582 miles
    Test number
    670154485615
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust (flexi poor condition)

  13. Pass76,239 miles (+4,404)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    76,239 miles
    Test number
    956268206118
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs poor condition
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti roll bar drop links poor condition
    • AdvisoryBoth number plates faded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryFuel filter poor condition

  14. Pass71,835 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    71,835 miles
    Test number
    258054715016
    • NoteBoth front drop links dust covers poor condition
    • NoteCorrosion to all brake discs
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust system
    • NoteCorrosion to suspension components
    • NoteNumber plates poor condition (faded)
    • NoteSlight suspension knocks

  15. Fail71,835 miles (+3,083)1 repaired6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,835 miles
    Test number
    537894215055
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth front drop links dust covers poor condition
    • NoteCorrosion to all brake discs
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust system
    • NoteCorrosion to suspension components
    • NoteNumber plates poor condition (faded)
    • NoteSlight suspension knocks

  16. Pass68,752 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    68,752 miles
    Test number
    187953014446
    • NoteBoth number plates faded
    • NoteCorrosion to all brake discs
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust
    • NoteCorrosion to suspension components
    • NoteFront brake flexys hoses corroded
    • NoteFront drop links dust covers poor condition

  17. Fail68,752 miles (+2,620)1 failure6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,752 miles
    Test number
    765023914027
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteBoth number plates faded
    • NoteCorrosion to all brake discs
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust
    • NoteCorrosion to suspension components
    • NoteFront brake flexys hoses corroded
    • NoteFront drop links dust covers poor condition

  18. Pass66,132 miles (+3,060)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    66,132 miles
    Test number
    175934513440
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust
    • NoteSlight corrosion to all brake discs

  19. Pass63,072 miles (+5,921)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    63,072 miles
    Test number
    397469202048
    • NoteCracks in tread o/s/f tyre.
    • NoteN/s/r tyre 3mm.
    • NoteNail in tread o/s/r tyre.

  20. Pass57,151 miles (+10,786)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    57,151 miles
    Test number
    998862411022
    • NoteExhaust poor condition

  21. Pass46,365 miles (+9,257)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    46,365 miles
    Test number
    722155439343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    37,108 miles
    Test number
    814805648365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 GZJ

Does LB55 GZJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 GZJ expired on 21 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 GZJ?
The MOT on LB55 GZJ expired on 21 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 GZJ done?
LB55 GZJ was recorded at 135,972 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2023, an average of 6,727 miles a year.
Has LB55 GZJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 GZJ has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LB55 GZJ 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 GZJ find?
LB55 GZJ passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2023 with 7 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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