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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,910 cc

LC07 CAEMOT history

LC07 CAE is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 22 May 2007. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2025 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 130,880 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2024.

LC07 CAE blue Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Jan 2025
Mileage
130,880 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2024
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,788 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC07 CAE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
22 May 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC07 CAE was last recorded at 130,880 miles on 15 Jan 2024, 14,071 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,809 miles · 31 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
14,071 miles
Average per year
8,788 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 130,880 miles
  • 2023 – 116,809 miles
  • 2022 – 107,932 miles
  • 2021 – 99,146 miles
  • 2019 – 93,592 miles
  • 2018 – 83,274 miles
  • 2017 – 75,264 miles
  • 2016 – 62,455 miles
  • 2015 – 52,721 miles
  • 2014 – 43,347 miles
  • 2013 – 29,493 miles
  • 2012 – 24,624 miles
  • 2010 – 14,711 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,880 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Oct 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,880 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    130,880 miles
    Test number
    541817687360
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail130,880 miles (+14,071)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,880 miles
    Test number
    566883318480
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively AND OSF (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass116,809 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    116,809 miles
    Test number
    431858628683
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail116,809 miles (+8,877)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,809 miles
    Test number
    757456548012
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass107,932 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    107,932 miles
    Test number
    496202128730
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail107,932 miles (+8,786)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,932 miles
    Test number
    978704122091
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass99,146 miles (+5,554)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    99,146 miles
    Test number
    768462138470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass93,592 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    93,592 miles
    Test number
    597220490794
    • AdvisoryEVIDENCE OF OLD OR NEW FUEL LEAK, ON FUEL TANK, NOT LEAKING AT TIME OF TEST
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail93,592 miles (+10,318)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,592 miles
    Test number
    520203352246
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEVIDENCE OF OLD OR NEW FUEL LEAK, ON FUEL TANK, NOT LEAKING AT TIME OF TEST
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass83,274 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    83,274 miles
    Test number
    344691263789
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear TYRE UNEVENLY WORN

  11. Fail83,274 miles (+8,010)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,274 miles
    Test number
    160497491405
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear TYRE UNEVENLY WORN

  12. Pass75,264 miles (+12,809)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    75,264 miles
    Test number
    195560950062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,455 miles (+144)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    62,455 miles
    Test number
    895523598129
    • 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)

  14. Fail62,311 miles (+9,590)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,311 miles
    Test number
    471227812756
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass52,721 miles (+9,374)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    52,721 miles
    Test number
    529445813807
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass43,347 miles (+13,854)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    43,347 miles
    Test number
    966185194221
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to crack

  17. Pass29,493 miles (+4,869)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    29,493 miles
    Test number
    496037273296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,624 miles (+2,421)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    24,624 miles
    Test number
    668640602394
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWarning light on theft protection

  19. Pass22,203 miles (+7,492)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    22,203 miles
    Test number
    756892602135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass14,711 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    14,711 miles
    Test number
    873060100377
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LC07 CAE

Does LC07 CAE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC07 CAE expired on 30 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC07 CAE?
The MOT on LC07 CAE expired on 30 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC07 CAE done?
LC07 CAE was recorded at 130,880 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2024, an average of 8,788 miles a year.
Has LC07 CAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC07 CAE has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LC07 CAE 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 LC07 CAE find?
LC07 CAE passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2024 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; nearside rear inner anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush.

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