Saab logo

Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,910 cc

LB56 KGUMOT history

LB56 KGU is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 6 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 140,229 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
140,229 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,106 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB56 KGU in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 KGU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 KGU was last recorded at 140,229 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 1,680 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,549 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,680 miles
Average per year
3,106 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 140,229 miles
  • 2024 – 138,549 miles
  • 2023 – 136,984 miles
  • 2022 – 133,840 miles
  • 2021 – 130,181 miles
  • 2020 – 128,619 miles
  • 2019 – 128,268 miles
  • 2018 – 127,098 miles
  • 2016 – 121,303 miles
  • 2015 – 117,049 miles
  • 2014 – 109,580 miles
  • 2013 – 103,656 miles
  • 2012 – 99,253 miles
  • 2011 – 92,790 miles
  • 2009 – 90,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,229 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also has small cut in tread ( no cords visible at time of test)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/55/16

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass140,229 miles (+1,680)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    140,229 miles
    Test number
    637539774261
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Pass138,549 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    138,549 miles
    Test number
    983092445875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail138,528 miles (+1,544)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,528 miles
    Test number
    911019682894
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lens faded (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) Inner track rod (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lens faded (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass136,984 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    136,984 miles
    Test number
    520419562974
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also has small cut in tread ( no cords visible at time of test) (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail136,978 miles (+3,138)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,978 miles
    Test number
    811112730237
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also has small cut in tread ( no cords visible at time of test) (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass133,840 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    133,840 miles
    Test number
    258216066736
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  7. Fail133,823 miles (+3,642)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,823 miles
    Test number
    150981654995
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) Inner track rod (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryEM light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Pass130,181 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    130,181 miles
    Test number
    414454042013
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre deteriorated

  9. Fail130,181 miles (+1,562)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,181 miles
    Test number
    709690323771
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre deteriorated
    • AdvisoryWater level very low

  10. Pass128,619 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    128,619 miles
    Test number
    229888788183
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail128,616 miles (+348)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,616 miles
    Test number
    388467029717
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass128,268 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    128,268 miles
    Test number
    975513029973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail128,264 miles (+1,166)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,264 miles
    Test number
    587260809094
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 215/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass127,098 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    127,098 miles
    Test number
    901159005020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre slightly out of shape 215/55/16
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre slightly out of shape 215/55/16

  15. Fail127,086 miles (+5,783)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,086 miles
    Test number
    188564263584
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre slightly out of shape 215/55/16
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre slightly out of shape 215/55/16

  16. Pass121,303 miles (+4,254)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    121,303 miles
    Test number
    243993960007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTop of engine damp

  17. Pass117,049 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    117,049 miles
    Test number
    465852699666
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)

  18. Fail117,049 miles (+7,469)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,049 miles
    Test number
    355821992084
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)

  19. Pass109,580 miles (+1,599)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    109,580 miles
    Test number
    348918534362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass107,981 miles (+4,325)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    107,981 miles
    Test number
    408164504185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass103,656 miles (+4,403)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    103,656 miles
    Test number
    736573573028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass99,253 miles (+6,463)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    99,253 miles
    Test number
    569254942073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass92,790 miles (+2,103)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    92,790 miles
    Test number
    326124201076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail90,687 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,687 miles
    Test number
    293907139355
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing both edges
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted and under engine cover fitted

  25. Pass90,687 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    90,687 miles
    Test number
    980377439374
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing both edges
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted and under engine cover fitted

Questions about LB56 KGU

Does LB56 KGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 KGU is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB56 KGU?
The MOT on LB56 KGU is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 KGU done?
LB56 KGU was recorded at 140,229 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 3,106 miles a year.
Has LB56 KGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 KGU has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LB56 KGU 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 KGU find?
LB56 KGU passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 1 more.

Related registrations

Browse all LB56K registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.