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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,910 cc

LB55 NMEMOT history

LB55 NME is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 181,561 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
181,561 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,469 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 NME
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 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 NME was last recorded at 181,561 miles on 2 Jan 2026, 2,212 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,349 miles · 2 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,212 miles
Average per year
6,469 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,561 miles
  • 2025 – 179,349 miles
  • 2023 – 175,349 miles
  • 2022 – 164,712 miles
  • 2021 – 158,686 miles
  • 2019 – 154,028 miles
  • 2018 – 146,948 miles
  • 2017 – 138,923 miles
  • 2016 – 130,538 miles
  • 2015 – 121,213 miles
  • 2013 – 116,234 miles
  • 2012 – 112,629 miles
  • 2011 – 109,722 miles
  • 2010 – 105,876 miles
  • 2009 – 101,677 miles
  • 2008 – 70,728 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,561 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 14 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,561 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    181,561 miles
    Test number
    897137502460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail181,561 miles (+2,212)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,561 miles
    Test number
    740324093844
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass179,349 miles (+4,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    179,349 miles
    Test number
    509887468520
    • AdvisoryNearside rear lower arm ball joint dust cover boot deteriorated

  4. Pass175,349 miles (+5,119)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    175,349 miles
    Test number
    993065412841
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass170,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    170,230 miles
    Test number
    925706271766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail170,230 miles (+5,518)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,230 miles
    Test number
    388959142526
    • MajorFuel system component leaking filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass164,712 miles (+6,026)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    164,712 miles
    Test number
    844765185509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass158,686 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    158,686 miles
    Test number
    668134440497
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Fail158,686 miles (+4,658)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,686 miles
    Test number
    611639298805
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Fuel Filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2155516 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2155516 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass154,028 miles (+7,080)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    154,028 miles
    Test number
    893010873786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass146,948 miles (+8,025)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    146,948 miles
    Test number
    254241257398
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass138,923 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    138,923 miles
    Test number
    537991051345
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Fail138,923 miles (+8,385)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,923 miles
    Test number
    220872681068
    • FailureFuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  14. Pass130,538 miles (+5,804)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    130,538 miles
    Test number
    868468005050
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing unevenly

  15. Pass124,734 miles (+3,521)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    124,734 miles
    Test number
    456308262307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass121,213 miles (+4,979)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    121,213 miles
    Test number
    156012925036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass116,234 miles (+3,605)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    116,234 miles
    Test number
    915057713325
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass112,629 miles (+2,907)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    112,629 miles
    Test number
    818522622385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass109,722 miles (+3,846)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    109,722 miles
    Test number
    686990721341
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass105,876 miles (+4,199)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    105,876 miles
    Test number
    501491120348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass101,677 miles (+30,949)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    101,677 miles
    Test number
    530615419350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass70,728 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    70,728 miles
    Test number
    363549018371
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres out of shape. (215/55/16-93v).

Questions about LB55 NME

Does LB55 NME currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 NME is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 NME?
The MOT on LB55 NME is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 NME done?
LB55 NME was recorded at 181,561 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2026, an average of 6,469 miles a year.
Has LB55 NME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 NME has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 NME 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 NME find?
LB55 NME passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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