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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,910 cc

LB56 DTKMOT history

LB56 DTK is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Oct 2006. Its MOT expired on 24 Mar 2025 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 147,489 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Mar 2025
Mileage
147,489 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2024
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,504 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 DTK
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
31 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 DTK was last recorded at 147,489 miles on 25 Mar 2024, 7,970 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,519 miles · 13 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
7,970 miles
Average per year
7,504 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 147,489 miles
  • 2023 – 139,519 miles
  • 2022 – 133,079 miles
  • 2021 – 126,499 miles
  • 2020 – 121,487 miles
  • 2019 – 115,583 miles
  • 2018 – 110,169 miles
  • 2017 – 99,301 miles
  • 2016 – 87,599 miles
  • 2015 – 77,832 miles
  • 2014 – 62,488 miles
  • 2013 – 62,447 miles
  • 2012 – 60,065 miles
  • 2011 – 50,494 miles
  • 2009 – 39,899 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,489 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front top mounting has slight tightness in its bearing
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryExhaust system heavily corroded and leaking fumes

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,489 miles (+7,970)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    147,489 miles
    Test number
    531768566757
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top mounting has slight tightness in its bearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system heavily corroded and leaking fumes

  2. Pass139,519 miles (+6,440)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    139,519 miles
    Test number
    952031907732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass133,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    133,079 miles
    Test number
    676369703375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail133,079 miles (+6,580)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,079 miles
    Test number
    992140381412
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass126,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    126,499 miles
    Test number
    520709500176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail126,499 miles (+5,012)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,499 miles
    Test number
    260254730625
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass121,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    121,487 miles
    Test number
    299971031520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail121,487 miles (+5,904)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,487 miles
    Test number
    238374190539
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass115,583 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    115,583 miles
    Test number
    309789274461
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail115,580 miles (+5,411)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,580 miles
    Test number
    219702303157
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass110,169 miles (+10,868)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    110,169 miles
    Test number
    728529172531
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWipers smear sightly

  12. Pass99,301 miles (+11,702)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    99,301 miles
    Test number
    310938812012
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  13. Pass87,599 miles (+9,767)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    87,599 miles
    Test number
    758429158342
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass77,832 miles (+15,344)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    77,832 miles
    Test number
    277374545097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass62,488 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    62,488 miles
    Test number
    768371844039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,447 miles (+2,382)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    62,447 miles
    Test number
    256722323277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,065 miles (+9,571)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    60,065 miles
    Test number
    455056662108
    • NoteNearside front tyre has chunk out of outer sidewall (not showing cords)

  18. Pass50,494 miles (+10,595)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    50,494 miles
    Test number
    848471131074
    • NoteAdvise - both front tyres worn slightly on edges
    • NoteAdvise - rear brake discs little rusty

  19. Pass39,899 miles (+397)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    39,899 miles
    Test number
    934284029375
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Fail39,502 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,502 miles
    Test number
    852937609333
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • NoteExhaust emissions so low unable to trigger test equipment and provide printout.

Questions about LB56 DTK

Does LB56 DTK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 DTK expired on 24 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 DTK?
The MOT on LB56 DTK expired on 24 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 DTK done?
LB56 DTK was recorded at 147,489 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2024, an average of 7,504 miles a year.
Has LB56 DTK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 DTK has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LB56 DTK 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 LB56 DTK find?
LB56 DTK passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2024 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front top mounting has slight tightness in its bearing; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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