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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,910 cc

LC03 WSYMOT history

LC03 WSY is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 4 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 3 Dec 2022 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 165,094 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Dec 2022
Mileage
165,094 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2021
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,395 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC03 WSY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
4 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC03 WSY was last recorded at 165,094 miles on 3 Dec 2021, 8,328 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,766 miles · 4 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
8,328 miles
Average per year
7,395 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 165,094 miles
  • 2020 – 156,766 miles
  • 2018 – 147,511 miles
  • 2015 – 138,272 miles
  • 2014 – 128,387 miles
  • 2013 – 117,689 miles
  • 2012 – 111,716 miles
  • 2010 – 99,224 miles
  • 2009 – 86,721 miles
  • 2008 – 78,008 miles
  • 2007 – 68,271 miles
  • 2006 – 51,229 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,094 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases x2 (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 11 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,094 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    165,094 miles
    Test number
    811553642883
    • MinorFront Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases x2 (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail165,094 miles (+8,328)1 dangerous8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,094 miles
    Test number
    300352478217
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorFront Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases x2 (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass156,766 miles (+5,194)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    156,766 miles
    Test number
    267930946514
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass151,572 miles (+4,061)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    151,572 miles
    Test number
    618271509832
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust section corroded

  5. Pass147,511 miles (+10)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    147,511 miles
    Test number
    437310584076
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) X2
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect X2 (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail147,501 miles (+9,229)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,501 miles
    Test number
    111247592141
    • MajorFront Coil spring fractured or broken both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to under body and components
    • AdvisoryLong brake pedal travel
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  7. Pass138,272 miles (+9,885)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    138,272 miles
    Test number
    689195215255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEM light on
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSmall cut on inside sidewall

  8. Pass128,387 miles (+7)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    128,387 miles
    Test number
    966303524213
    • NoteOil leak

  9. Fail128,380 miles (+10,691)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,380 miles
    Test number
    126991824239
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Pass117,689 miles (+5,973)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    117,689 miles
    Test number
    305559113435
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  11. Pass111,716 miles (+12,492)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    111,716 miles
    Test number
    536212652037
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass99,224 miles (+12,503)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    99,224 miles
    Test number
    330001920372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass86,721 miles (+8,713)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    86,721 miles
    Test number
    961245489279
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has deep cuts in the tread

  14. Pass78,008 miles (+9,737)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    78,008 miles
    Test number
    691297688264
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteO/s/f seat belt is slow in retracting

  15. Pass68,271 miles (+144)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    68,271 miles
    Test number
    850893937226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass68,127 miles (+16,898)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    68,127 miles
    Test number
    280207287127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    51,229 miles
    Test number
    502672996118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC03 WSY

Does LC03 WSY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC03 WSY expired on 3 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC03 WSY?
The MOT on LC03 WSY expired on 3 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC03 WSY done?
LC03 WSY was recorded at 165,094 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2021, an average of 7,395 miles a year.
Has LC03 WSY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC03 WSY has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LC03 WSY 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 LC03 WSY find?
LC03 WSY passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2021 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: front window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake fluid close to minimum mark; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases x2, and 3 more.

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