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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,800 cc

LB55 YFFMOT history

LB55 YFF is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 6 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 25 Mar 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 133,130 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Mar 2024
Mileage
133,130 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2023
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,723 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 YFF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 YFF was last recorded at 133,130 miles on 17 Mar 2023, 2,933 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,197 miles · 14 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
2,933 miles
Average per year
6,723 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 133,130 miles
  • 2022 – 130,197 miles
  • 2021 – 127,498 miles
  • 2020 – 125,179 miles
  • 2019 – 122,709 miles
  • 2018 – 121,913 miles
  • 2017 – 117,311 miles
  • 2016 – 111,430 miles
  • 2015 – 105,177 miles
  • 2014 – 99,983 miles
  • 2013 – 84,885 miles
  • 2012 – 73,407 miles
  • 2011 – 61,967 miles
  • 2010 – 52,034 miles
  • 2009 – 37,969 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,130 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged by retaining screw

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement "D" bush (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,130 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    133,130 miles
    Test number
    180199377036
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail133,130 miles (+2,933)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,130 miles
    Test number
    622877237422
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass130,197 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    130,197 miles
    Test number
    112232605985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail130,197 miles (+2,699)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,197 miles
    Test number
    171633601327
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  5. Pass127,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    127,498 miles
    Test number
    155784003483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail127,498 miles (+2,319)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,498 miles
    Test number
    654167876372
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass125,179 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    125,179 miles
    Test number
    581454610844
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged by retaining screw (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail125,171 miles (+2,462)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,171 miles
    Test number
    753860784332
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed excessively perished on inner and outer sidewall exposing chords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged by retaining screw (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing on sidewalls and wearing unevenly on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass122,709 miles (+796)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    122,709 miles
    Test number
    580880450705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass121,913 miles (+113)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    121,913 miles
    Test number
    955050805333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail121,800 miles (+4,489)10 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,800 miles
    Test number
    704725138182
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported Mount broken (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement "D" bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Box area (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield broken

  12. Pass117,311 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    117,311 miles
    Test number
    249907835119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail117,255 miles (+5,825)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,255 miles
    Test number
    296640675980
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

  14. Pass111,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    111,430 miles
    Test number
    215792925354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail111,430 miles (+6,253)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,430 miles
    Test number
    265673969829
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement "D" bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass105,177 miles (+5,194)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    105,177 miles
    Test number
    446214565092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass99,983 miles (+15,098)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    99,983 miles
    Test number
    236335454056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass84,885 miles (+11,478)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    84,885 miles
    Test number
    715386753047
    • NoteFront screen damage o/side

  19. Pass73,407 miles (+11,440)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    73,407 miles
    Test number
    766778742033
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteFront/rear brake discs getting worn.
    • NoteOsr tyre casing starting to seperate.
    • NoteRear exhaust bracket broken

  20. Pass61,967 miles (+9,933)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    61,967 miles
    Test number
    205069341026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking 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 just starting to get perished.
    • NoteFront/rear brake discs starting to get worn.
    • NoteTravel on footbrake pedal

  21. Pass52,034 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    52,034 miles
    Test number
    773965120015
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail52,034 miles (+14,065)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,034 miles
    Test number
    123375120488
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass37,969 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    37,969 miles
    Test number
    163499219024
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

Questions about LB55 YFF

Does LB55 YFF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 YFF expired on 25 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 YFF?
The MOT on LB55 YFF expired on 25 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 YFF done?
LB55 YFF was recorded at 133,130 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2023, an average of 6,723 miles a year.
Has LB55 YFF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 YFF has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LB55 YFF 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 YFF find?
LB55 YFF passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2023 with 3 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer; offside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer.

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