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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,000 cc

LB56 DXXMOT history

LB56 DXX is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Oct 2006. Its MOT expired on 30 Mar 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 138,748 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Mar 2026
Mileage
138,748 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,357 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 DXX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 DXX was last recorded at 138,748 miles on 24 Mar 2025, 9,836 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,912 miles · 27 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
9,836 miles
Average per year
7,357 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 138,748 miles
  • 2024 – 128,912 miles
  • 2023 – 117,992 miles
  • 2022 – 98,344 miles
  • 2021 – 87,266 miles
  • 2020 – 85,984 miles
  • 2019 – 83,593 miles
  • 2018 – 80,993 miles
  • 2017 – 78,086 miles
  • 2016 – 73,946 miles
  • 2015 – 70,516 miles
  • 2014 – 66,310 miles
  • 2013 – 60,205 miles
  • 2012 – 50,857 miles
  • 2011 – 40,007 miles
  • 2009 – 25,249 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,748 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass138,748 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    138,748 miles
    Test number
    105284760665
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail138,748 miles (+9,836)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,748 miles
    Test number
    199549193343
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass128,912 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    128,912 miles
    Test number
    158907748391
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Box (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail128,912 miles (+10,920)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,912 miles
    Test number
    602404633347
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Box (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass117,992 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    117,992 miles
    Test number
    640227874307
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge os and ns rear worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail117,991 miles (+19,647)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,991 miles
    Test number
    440399654442
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge os and ns rear worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass98,344 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    98,344 miles
    Test number
    193550381528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail98,342 miles (+11,076)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,342 miles
    Test number
    144074230429
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass87,266 miles (+1,282)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    87,266 miles
    Test number
    106451284003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,984 miles (+2,391)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    85,984 miles
    Test number
    281445097808
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Nearside and Offside (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside and Offside- getting low (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass83,593 miles (+2,600)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    83,593 miles
    Test number
    383122920679
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass80,993 miles (+2,907)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    80,993 miles
    Test number
    272908453383
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE DISCS SLGHTLY WORN
    • AdvisoryNSR TYRE WORN LOW ON OUTER EDGE

  13. Pass78,086 miles (+4,140)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    78,086 miles
    Test number
    905673881177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,946 miles (+3,430)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    73,946 miles
    Test number
    624517901474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,516 miles (+4,206)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    70,516 miles
    Test number
    637486415060
    • NoteFront tyres worn low

  16. Pass66,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    66,310 miles
    Test number
    678813514050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail66,310 miles (+6,105)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,310 miles
    Test number
    876573114077
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass60,205 miles (+9,348)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    60,205 miles
    Test number
    919391113049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,857 miles (+10,850)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    50,857 miles
    Test number
    378459102001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,007 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    40,007 miles
    Test number
    106512521445
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFuel filter heavily corroded, replacement urged!

  21. Fail40,007 miles (+14,758)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,007 miles
    Test number
    636552721092
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFuel filter heavily corroded, replacement urged!

  22. Pass25,249 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    25,249 miles
    Test number
    522532199293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 DXX

Does LB56 DXX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 DXX expired on 30 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 DXX?
The MOT on LB56 DXX expired on 30 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 DXX done?
LB56 DXX was recorded at 138,748 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2025, an average of 7,357 miles a year.
Has LB56 DXX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 DXX has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 DXX 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 DXX find?
LB56 DXX passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front exhaust mounting defective.

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