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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,910 cc

LB55 NMXMOT history

LB55 NMX is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 15 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 14 Jul 2023 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 164,433 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Jul 2023
Mileage
164,433 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2022
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,773 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 NMX
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
15 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 NMX was last recorded at 164,433 miles on 15 Jul 2022, 15,283 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,150 miles · 26 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
15,283 miles
Average per year
10,773 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 164,433 miles
  • 2021 – 149,150 miles
  • 2020 – 129,287 miles
  • 2018 – 127,144 miles
  • 2017 – 124,235 miles
  • 2016 – 104,111 miles
  • 2015 – 91,442 miles
  • 2014 – 81,381 miles
  • 2013 – 70,319 miles
  • 2012 – 57,598 miles
  • 2011 – 45,386 miles
  • 2010 – 27,983 miles
  • 2009 – 19,030 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,433 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.

  • Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 14 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    164,433 miles
    Test number
    746044424791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail164,433 miles (+15,283)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,433 miles
    Test number
    665467046628
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass149,150 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    149,150 miles
    Test number
    877508550755
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail149,145 miles (+19,858)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,145 miles
    Test number
    218382635620
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass129,287 miles (+2,143)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    129,287 miles
    Test number
    294711394855
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass127,144 miles (+2,909)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    127,144 miles
    Test number
    673494855393
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front and both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass124,235 miles (+5,032)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    124,235 miles
    Test number
    410057682500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass119,203 miles (+15,092)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    119,203 miles
    Test number
    841455263310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass104,111 miles (+12,669)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    104,111 miles
    Test number
    342270843306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass91,442 miles (+10,061)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    91,442 miles
    Test number
    746289605072
    • Note*** TYRE TREAD DEPTHS = O/S/R AND N/S/R = 3.0MM , O/S/F AND N/S/F = 5.0MM *** LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6MM ***

  11. Pass81,381 miles (+11,062)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    81,381 miles
    Test number
    665130614013
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass70,319 miles (+79)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    70,319 miles
    Test number
    416621113054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres going out of shape.

  13. Fail70,240 miles (+12,642)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,240 miles
    Test number
    747075903055
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres going out of shape.

  14. Pass57,598 miles (+12,212)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    57,598 miles
    Test number
    795733512028
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCoolant pipe chaffed on slam panel

  15. Pass45,386 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    45,386 miles
    Test number
    806156401054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail45,346 miles (+17,363)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,346 miles
    Test number
    809545201099
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN OSR SUSP PINS==CHILS SEAT IN OSR BELT==ENG COVERS== FRONT TYRES WEARING EDGES

  17. Pass27,983 miles (+8,953)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    27,983 miles
    Test number
    732565800062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass19,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    19,030 miles
    Test number
    173884919411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 NMX

Does LB55 NMX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 NMX expired on 14 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 NMX?
The MOT on LB55 NMX expired on 14 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 NMX done?
LB55 NMX was recorded at 164,433 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2022, an average of 10,773 miles a year.
Has LB55 NMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 NMX has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LB55 NMX 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 NMX find?
LB55 NMX passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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