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Saab 9-3

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LC08 BVTMOT history

LC08 BVT is a silver diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 29 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 20 Nov 2022 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 105,432 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2021.

LC08 BVT silver Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Nov 2022
Mileage
105,432 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2021
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,317 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 BVT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 BVT was last recorded at 105,432 miles on 12 Nov 2021, 10,117 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,315 miles · 21 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
10,117 miles
Average per year
8,317 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 105,432 miles
  • 2020 – 95,315 miles
  • 2019 – 84,563 miles
  • 2018 – 73,483 miles
  • 2017 – 59,651 miles
  • 2016 – 52,506 miles
  • 2015 – 46,347 miles
  • 2014 – 38,050 miles
  • 2013 – 30,170 miles
  • 2012 – 23,895 miles
  • 2011 – 16,941 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,432 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

16 tests since 24 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,432 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    105,432 miles
    Test number
    523007892398
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail105,432 miles (+10,117)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,432 miles
    Test number
    117099511912
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  3. Pass95,315 miles (+10,752)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    95,315 miles
    Test number
    563337056147
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass84,563 miles (+11,080)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    84,563 miles
    Test number
    892603792772
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust shield loose

  5. Pass73,483 miles (+13,832)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    73,483 miles
    Test number
    160723633823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass59,651 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    59,651 miles
    Test number
    764465898049
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail59,651 miles (+7,145)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,651 miles
    Test number
    774912133623
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass52,506 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    52,506 miles
    Test number
    793524955412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail52,502 miles (+6,155)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,502 miles
    Test number
    149988764846
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass46,347 miles (+124)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    46,347 miles
    Test number
    755869285021
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail46,223 miles (+8,173)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,223 miles
    Test number
    877833885052
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass38,050 miles (+7,880)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    38,050 miles
    Test number
    949286674089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass30,170 miles (+6,275)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    30,170 miles
    Test number
    106701383072
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  14. Pass23,895 miles (+45)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    23,895 miles
    Test number
    485300392011
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  15. Fail23,850 miles (+6,909)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,850 miles
    Test number
    989609482056
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Pass16,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    16,941 miles
    Test number
    216383781047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC08 BVT

Does LC08 BVT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC08 BVT expired on 20 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC08 BVT?
The MOT on LC08 BVT expired on 20 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC08 BVT done?
LC08 BVT was recorded at 105,432 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2021, an average of 8,317 miles a year.
Has LC08 BVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 BVT has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LC08 BVT 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 LC08 BVT find?
LC08 BVT passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2021 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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