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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,988 cc

LC05 XRLMOT history

LC05 XRL is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 25 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 12 Nov 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 121,299 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2023.

LC05 XRL black Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Saab 9-3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Nov 2024
Mileage
121,299 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2023
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,283 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC05 XRL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 May 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC05 XRL was last recorded at 121,299 miles on 27 Oct 2023, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,281 miles · 23 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
5,283 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 121,299 miles
  • 2022 – 116,911 miles
  • 2021 – 110,746 miles
  • 2020 – 101,709 miles
  • 2019 – 97,866 miles
  • 2018 – 94,475 miles
  • 2017 – 92,329 miles
  • 2015 – 91,121 miles
  • 2014 – 85,978 miles
  • 2013 – 80,073 miles
  • 2012 – 74,865 miles
  • 2011 – 69,353 miles
  • 2010 – 61,812 miles
  • 2009 – 50,532 miles
  • 2008 – 39,393 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,299 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,299 miles (+18)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    121,299 miles
    Test number
    128176735141
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail121,281 miles (+4,370)3 dangerous4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,281 miles
    Test number
    193888880915
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Position light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass116,911 miles (+2)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    116,911 miles
    Test number
    776283418259
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail116,909 miles (+6,163)1 dangerous3 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,909 miles
    Test number
    940834190154
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass110,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    110,746 miles
    Test number
    729190146094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail110,746 miles (+9,037)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,746 miles
    Test number
    920741041710
    • DangerousRoad wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass101,709 miles (+47)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    101,709 miles
    Test number
    423243393713
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  8. Fail101,662 miles (+3,796)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,662 miles
    Test number
    758322909078
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  9. Pass97,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    97,866 miles
    Test number
    800632029367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail97,866 miles (+3,391)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,866 miles
    Test number
    539562884077
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass94,475 miles (+2,146)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    94,475 miles
    Test number
    887663713180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,329 miles (+1,208)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    92,329 miles
    Test number
    638739383600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass91,121 miles (+5,143)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    91,121 miles
    Test number
    739274385129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,978 miles (+5,905)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    85,978 miles
    Test number
    999274684150
    • NoteRear brakes worn low.

  15. Pass80,073 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    80,073 miles
    Test number
    458045283180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail80,046 miles (+5,181)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,046 miles
    Test number
    946794983111
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass74,865 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    74,865 miles
    Test number
    417968582147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail74,865 miles (+5,512)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,865 miles
    Test number
    965078382109
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass69,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    69,353 miles
    Test number
    966025781154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail69,353 miles (+7,541)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,353 miles
    Test number
    206002681135
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass61,812 miles (+11,280)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    61,812 miles
    Test number
    350542750148
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn low
    • NoteO/s/f seat belt slow to retract

  22. Pass50,532 miles (+11,139)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    50,532 miles
    Test number
    103577769119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass39,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2009
    Odometer
    39,393 miles
    Test number
    701156218155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC05 XRL

Does LC05 XRL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC05 XRL expired on 12 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC05 XRL?
The MOT on LC05 XRL expired on 12 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC05 XRL done?
LC05 XRL was recorded at 121,299 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2023, an average of 5,283 miles a year.
Has LC05 XRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC05 XRL has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LC05 XRL 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 LC05 XRL find?
LC05 XRL passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; oil leak, but not excessive.

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