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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,910 cc

LB55 USGMOT history

LB55 USG is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 13 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 4 Mar 2025 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 90,848 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Mar 2025
Mileage
90,848 mi
At MOT on 1 Mar 2024
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,220 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 USG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
13 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 USG was last recorded at 90,848 miles on 1 Mar 2024, 5,876 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,972 miles · 13 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
5,876 miles
Average per year
4,220 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 90,848 miles
  • 2023 – 84,972 miles
  • 2022 – 83,750 miles
  • 2021 – 80,615 miles
  • 2020 – 79,735 miles
  • 2019 – 77,438 miles
  • 2018 – 75,470 miles
  • 2017 – 71,945 miles
  • 2016 – 68,381 miles
  • 2015 – 64,313 miles
  • 2014 – 59,106 miles
  • 2013 – 54,324 miles
  • 2012 – 49,908 miles
  • 2011 – 44,101 miles
  • 2010 – 35,798 miles
  • 2009 – 27,339 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,848 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Lower steering column universal joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,848 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    90,848 miles
    Test number
    565486588492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail90,848 miles (+5,876)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,848 miles
    Test number
    363698941452
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass84,972 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    84,972 miles
    Test number
    999969509670
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail84,959 miles (+1,209)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,959 miles
    Test number
    474199442183
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge 2254517 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass83,750 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    83,750 miles
    Test number
    212275928000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail83,750 miles (+3,135)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,750 miles
    Test number
    836954185689
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass80,615 miles (+880)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    80,615 miles
    Test number
    477037007922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass79,735 miles (+2,297)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    79,735 miles
    Test number
    151839166206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,438 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    77,438 miles
    Test number
    808462625698
    • AdvisoryLower steering column universal joint has slight play

  10. Fail77,430 miles (+1,960)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,430 miles
    Test number
    614109314337
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLower steering column universal joint has slight play

  11. Pass75,470 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    75,470 miles
    Test number
    279229812875
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge and deteriorated (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge and deteriorated (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail75,470 miles (+3,525)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,470 miles
    Test number
    614466318955
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge and deteriorated (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge and deteriorated (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass71,945 miles (+3,564)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    71,945 miles
    Test number
    884807737802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass68,381 miles (+4,068)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    68,381 miles
    Test number
    790087644148
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass64,313 miles (+5,207)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    64,313 miles
    Test number
    988098455008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,106 miles (+4,782)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    59,106 miles
    Test number
    786058054056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  17. Pass54,324 miles (+4,416)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    54,324 miles
    Test number
    139046453436
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have uneven wear inner tread
    • NoteOffside front coil spring fractured

  18. Pass49,908 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    49,908 miles
    Test number
    348180162067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail49,873 miles (+5,772)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,873 miles
    Test number
    939195552031
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  20. Pass44,101 miles (+8,303)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    44,101 miles
    Test number
    708921561014
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass35,798 miles (+8,459)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    35,798 miles
    Test number
    422892440056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass27,339 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    27,339 miles
    Test number
    513762549077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB55 USG

Does LB55 USG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 USG expired on 4 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 USG?
The MOT on LB55 USG expired on 4 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 USG done?
LB55 USG was recorded at 90,848 miles at its MOT on 1 Mar 2024, an average of 4,220 miles a year.
Has LB55 USG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 USG has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LB55 USG 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 USG find?
LB55 USG passed its latest MOT on 1 Mar 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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