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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,988 cc

LC03 WSJMOT history

LC03 WSJ is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 19 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 3 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 151,137 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 3 May 2024
Mileage
151,137 mi
At MOT on 4 May 2023
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,950 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC03 WSJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 May 2024
Latest MOT test
4 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC03 WSJ was last recorded at 151,137 miles on 4 May 2023, 530 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Apr 2016: 117,130 miles, lower than 117,583 miles on 13 Apr 2016.

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
150,607 miles · 20 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
530 miles
Average per year
5,950 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 151,137 miles
  • 2022 – 142,383 miles
  • 2021 – 138,160 miles
  • 2020 – 135,830 miles
  • 2019 – 131,105 miles
  • 2018 – 128,167 miles
  • 2017 – 122,610 miles
  • 2016 – 117,130 miles
  • 2015 – 113,565 miles
  • 2014 – 109,293 miles
  • 2013 – 104,411 miles
  • 2012 – 97,163 miles
  • 2011 – 90,156 miles
  • 2010 – 84,589 miles
  • 2009 – 76,713 miles
  • 2008 – 71,097 miles
  • 2007 – 62,816 miles
  • 2006 – 49,845 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,137 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,137 miles (+530)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    151,137 miles
    Test number
    334544273845
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail150,607 miles (+8,224)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,607 miles
    Test number
    777113599982
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass142,383 miles (+4,223)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    142,383 miles
    Test number
    501972635921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass138,160 miles (+2,330)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    138,160 miles
    Test number
    495756651714
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass135,830 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    135,830 miles
    Test number
    826154610838
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail135,830 miles (+4,725)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,830 miles
    Test number
    276543765861
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass131,105 miles (+2,938)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    131,105 miles
    Test number
    563355390012
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass128,167 miles (+5,557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    128,167 miles
    Test number
    895881007987
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  9. Pass122,610 miles (+5,480)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    122,610 miles
    Test number
    657541245654
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  10. Pass117,130 miles (-453)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    117,130 miles
    Test number
    865577083333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail117,583 miles (+4,018)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,583 miles
    Test number
    261665843294
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass113,565 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    113,565 miles
    Test number
    909054905122
    • NoteNearside rear coil spring corroded
    • NoteOffside rear coil spring corroded
    • NotePlay in nearside rear upper rose bush
    • NotePlay in offside rear upper rose bush

  13. Fail113,565 miles (+4,272)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,565 miles
    Test number
    437494505171
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear coil spring corroded
    • NoteOffside rear coil spring corroded
    • NotePlay in nearside rear upper rose bush
    • NotePlay in offside rear upper rose bush

  14. Pass109,293 miles (+4,882)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    109,293 miles
    Test number
    786830704159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront brake pads worn low
    • NoteSlight damage to windscreen

  15. Pass104,411 miles (+7,248)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    104,411 miles
    Test number
    498080003107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront exhaust mounting corroded and weak

  16. Pass97,163 miles (+7,007)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    97,163 miles
    Test number
    609621602143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass90,156 miles (+5,567)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    90,156 miles
    Test number
    166912681446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass84,589 miles (+7,876)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    84,589 miles
    Test number
    403209600174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass76,713 miles (+5,616)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    76,713 miles
    Test number
    722621999018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  20. Pass71,097 miles (+8,281)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    71,097 miles
    Test number
    881877908161
    • DangerousBoth front tyres split on inner walls but cords not exposed.

  21. Pass62,816 miles6 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    62,816 miles
    Test number
    122438677042
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear bumper insecure
    • NoteBoth front wheel arch liners damaged
    • NoteFuel tank straps corroded

  22. Fail62,816 miles (+12,971)1 repaired6 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,816 miles
    Test number
    791588277048
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear bumper insecure
    • NoteBoth front wheel arch liners damaged
    • NoteFuel tank straps corroded

  23. Pass49,845 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    49,845 miles
    Test number
    631438816138
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDamage to front o/s bumper and not secure
    • NoteN/s/r outer light lens cracked

Questions about LC03 WSJ

Does LC03 WSJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC03 WSJ expired on 3 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC03 WSJ?
The MOT on LC03 WSJ expired on 3 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC03 WSJ done?
LC03 WSJ was recorded at 151,137 miles at its MOT on 4 May 2023, an average of 5,950 miles a year.
Has LC03 WSJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC03 WSJ has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LC03 WSJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Apr 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LC03 WSJ find?
LC03 WSJ passed its latest MOT on 4 May 2023 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides, and 2 more.

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