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Saab 9-3

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 2,000 cc

LB57 NSUMOT history

LB57 NSU is a silver diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Nov 2007. Its MOT expired on 28 Dec 2024 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 119,518 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Dec 2024
Mileage
119,518 mi
At MOT on 29 Dec 2023
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,374 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 NSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
30 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 NSU was last recorded at 119,518 miles on 29 Dec 2023, 9,146 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,372 miles · 16 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
9,146 miles
Average per year
7,374 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 119,518 miles
  • 2021 – 90,600 miles
  • 2020 – 83,586 miles
  • 2019 – 81,894 miles
  • 2018 – 74,631 miles
  • 2017 – 69,251 miles
  • 2016 – 61,992 miles
  • 2015 – 55,193 miles
  • 2014 – 48,737 miles
  • 2013 – 43,095 miles
  • 2012 – 37,065 miles
  • 2011 – 30,322 miles
  • 2010 – 23,080 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,518 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))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Offside/Nearside rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront subframe/Suspension related components/Offside rear wheel arch/exhaust system corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryHigh level stop light inoperative

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Sill covers fitted preventing full inspection of outer sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt BOTH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 30 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,518 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    119,518 miles
    Test number
    735163774517
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Offside/Nearside rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe/Suspension related components/Offside rear wheel arch/exhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHigh level stop light inoperative

  2. Fail119,518 miles (+9,146)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,518 miles
    Test number
    699253765750
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Offside/Nearside rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe/Suspension related components/Offside rear wheel arch/exhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHigh level stop light inoperative

  3. Pass110,372 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    110,372 miles
    Test number
    130535906532
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm/heavily worn on onside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f,n/s/f on 1.6 mm/heavily worn on inside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryHigh level stop light inop

  4. Fail110,370 miles (+19,770)1 dangerous4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,370 miles
    Test number
    976307373337
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm/heavily worn on onside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f,n/s/f on 1.6 mm/heavily worn on inside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryHigh level stop light inop

  5. Pass90,600 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    90,600 miles
    Test number
    965045171297
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted preventing full inspection of outer sills

  6. Fail90,600 miles (+7,014)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,600 miles
    Test number
    382946310640
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted preventing full inspection of outer sills

  7. Pass83,586 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    83,586 miles
    Test number
    625277597053
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt BOTH

  8. Fail83,586 miles (+1,692)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,586 miles
    Test number
    815880325178
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Upper Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Both rear shock absorbers (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt BOTH

  9. Pass81,894 miles (+7,263)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    81,894 miles
    Test number
    722841158411
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass74,631 miles (+5,380)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    74,631 miles
    Test number
    360014291714
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass69,251 miles (+7,259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    69,251 miles
    Test number
    829334190647
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass61,992 miles (+6,799)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    61,992 miles
    Test number
    186188015626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,193 miles (+6,456)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    55,193 miles
    Test number
    443434114604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    48,737 miles
    Test number
    699312724375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail48,733 miles (+5,638)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,733 miles
    Test number
    185562024315
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass43,095 miles (+6,030)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    43,095 miles
    Test number
    318654923306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,065 miles (+6,743)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    37,065 miles
    Test number
    887536022348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,322 miles (+183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    30,322 miles
    Test number
    135743931396
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail30,139 miles (+7,059)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,139 miles
    Test number
    997374811346
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass23,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    23,080 miles
    Test number
    362724530392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 NSU

Does LB57 NSU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 NSU expired on 28 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 NSU?
The MOT on LB57 NSU expired on 28 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 NSU done?
LB57 NSU was recorded at 119,518 miles at its MOT on 29 Dec 2023, an average of 7,374 miles a year.
Has LB57 NSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 NSU has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB57 NSU 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 LB57 NSU find?
LB57 NSU passed its latest MOT on 29 Dec 2023 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake disc worn, but not excessively offside/nearside rear; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 3 more.

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