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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,910 cc

LB56 XLSMOT history

LB56 XLS is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 2 Jan 2007. Its MOT expired on 6 Jan 2023 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 187,901 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Jan 2023
Mileage
187,901 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2022
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
12,786 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 XLS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
2 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 XLS was last recorded at 187,901 miles on 6 Jan 2022, 12,441 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,460 miles · 7 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
12,441 miles
Average per year
12,786 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 187,901 miles
  • 2021 – 175,460 miles
  • 2019 – 156,219 miles
  • 2018 – 136,265 miles
  • 2017 – 133,204 miles
  • 2016 – 119,540 miles
  • 2015 – 110,000 miles
  • 2014 – 94,383 miles
  • 2013 – 77,129 miles
  • 2012 – 64,565 miles
  • 2011 – 51,698 miles
  • 2010 – 37,875 miles
  • 2009 – 34,228 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,901 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCovers fitted to outersills
  • AdvisoryFront under cover detached/insecure

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear water trap sensor wires insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Covers fitted to outer-sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 30 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,901 miles (+12,441)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    187,901 miles
    Test number
    411414580835
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to outersills
    • AdvisoryFront under cover detached/insecure

  2. Pass175,460 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    175,460 miles
    Test number
    428949909989
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear water trap sensor wires insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to outer-sills

  3. Fail175,458 miles (+19,239)5 dangerous5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,458 miles
    Test number
    940257960860
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear water trap sensor wires insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to outer-sills

  4. Pass156,219 miles (+19,954)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    156,219 miles
    Test number
    272870354943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass136,265 miles (+3,061)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    136,265 miles
    Test number
    975778357512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass133,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    133,204 miles
    Test number
    782470556363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail133,204 miles (+13,664)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,204 miles
    Test number
    672696347910
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  8. Pass119,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    119,540 miles
    Test number
    277152644383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail119,540 miles (+9,540)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,540 miles
    Test number
    796467559901
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  10. Pass110,000 miles (+15,617)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    110,000 miles
    Test number
    271568382914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass94,383 miles (+17,254)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    94,383 miles
    Test number
    277433344384
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass77,129 miles (+12,564)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    77,129 miles
    Test number
    918394343316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear discs badly corroded

  13. Pass64,565 miles (+180)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    64,565 miles
    Test number
    906036042312
    • NoteCambelt due
    • NoteRear discs badly corroded

  14. Fail64,385 miles (+12,687)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,385 miles
    Test number
    676994832356
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCambelt due
    • NoteRear discs badly corroded

  15. Pass51,698 miles (+13,823)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    51,698 miles
    Test number
    669032341305
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low possible discs
    • NoteRear brake discs in poor condition

  16. Pass37,875 miles (+3,647)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    37,875 miles
    Test number
    730884040347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,228 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    34,228 miles
    Test number
    133304469342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB56 XLS

Does LB56 XLS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 XLS expired on 6 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 XLS?
The MOT on LB56 XLS expired on 6 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 XLS done?
LB56 XLS was recorded at 187,901 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2022, an average of 12,786 miles a year.
Has LB56 XLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 XLS has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LB56 XLS 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 XLS find?
LB56 XLS passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2022 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi; oil leak, but not excessive; covers fitted to outersills, and 1 more.

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