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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,985 cc

LB56 KJNMOT history

LB56 KJN is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Oct 2006. Its MOT expired on 6 Sept 2023 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 121,764 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Sept 2023
Mileage
121,764 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2023
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,796 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 KJN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB56 KJN was last recorded at 121,764 miles on 2 Sept 2023, 3,195 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Feb 2019: 108,126 miles, lower than 108,197 miles on 1 Feb 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
118,569 miles · 7 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
3,195 miles
Average per year
6,796 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 121,764 miles
  • 2022 – 118,569 miles
  • 2021 – 117,105 miles
  • 2020 – 114,032 miles
  • 2019 – 108,127 miles
  • 2018 – 108,197 miles
  • 2016 – 101,405 miles
  • 2015 – 96,049 miles
  • 2014 – 90,398 miles
  • 2013 – 80,074 miles
  • 2012 – 70,286 miles
  • 2011 – 56,427 miles
  • 2010 – 43,275 miles
  • 2009 – 27,261 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail121,764 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorLower Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Required very soon (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail121,764 miles (+3,195)1 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,764 miles
    Test number
    448864174963
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorLower Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Required very soon (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass118,569 miles4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    118,569 miles
    Test number
    712969823236
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear Axle, front most track control arm outer ball joint. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear Axle, front most track control arm outer ball joint. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail118,567 miles (+1,462)1 dangerous4 major4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,567 miles
    Test number
    458276520544
    • DangerousRear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached Rear most exhaust silencer. (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear most exhaust silencer. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear Axle, front most track control arm outer ball joint. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear Axle, front most track control arm outer ball joint. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass117,105 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    117,105 miles
    Test number
    205010344537
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Very slight. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Very slight.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear most exhaust silencer is cracked around weld to center section. (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail117,105 miles (+3,073)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,105 miles
    Test number
    610439868162
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Also has very slight play in ball joint. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Very slight. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Very slight.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear most exhaust silencer is cracked around weld to center section. (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass114,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    114,032 miles
    Test number
    234693644878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail114,032 miles (+5,905)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,032 miles
    Test number
    116491552477
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass108,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    108,127 miles
    Test number
    577283122744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail108,126 miles (-71)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,126 miles
    Test number
    216477825686
    • MajorFront Coil spring fractured or broken both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass108,197 miles (+6,792)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    108,197 miles
    Test number
    146680783153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass101,405 miles (+5,356)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    101,405 miles
    Test number
    614015670897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    96,049 miles
    Test number
    318765333768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail96,049 miles (+5,651)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,049 miles
    Test number
    556542669354
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass90,398 miles (+10,324)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    90,398 miles
    Test number
    637178004370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass80,074 miles (+9,788)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    80,074 miles
    Test number
    389834293476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    70,286 miles
    Test number
    128283102302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail70,286 miles (+13,859)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,286 miles
    Test number
    347833702342
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

  18. Pass56,427 miles (+359)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    56,427 miles
    Test number
    319526271239
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Fail56,068 miles (+12,793)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,068 miles
    Test number
    368846761229
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass43,275 miles (+16,014)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    43,275 miles
    Test number
    352741490267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,261 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    27,261 miles
    Test number
    500269279291
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about LB56 KJN

Does LB56 KJN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 KJN expired on 6 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 KJN?
The MOT on LB56 KJN expired on 6 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 KJN done?
LB56 KJN was recorded at 121,764 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2023, an average of 6,796 miles a year.
Has LB56 KJN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 KJN has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LB56 KJN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Feb 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB56 KJN find?
LB56 KJN failed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; lower steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 6 more.

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