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Saab 9-3

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,910 cc

LC55 HFGMOT history

LC55 HFG is a grey diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 19 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2025 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 230,356 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2024.

LC55 HFG grey 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 13 Dec 2025
Mileage
230,356 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,938 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC55 HFG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC55 HFG was last recorded at 230,356 miles on 6 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Dec 2024: 230,356 miles, lower than 233,399 miles on 14 Dec 2023.

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
233,399 miles · 14 Dec 2023
Average per year
10,938 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 230,356 miles
  • 2023 – 233,399 miles
  • 2022 – 225,683 miles
  • 2021 – 224,065 miles
  • 2020 – 221,122 miles
  • 2019 – 216,817 miles
  • 2018 – 208,289 miles
  • 2017 – 201,124 miles
  • 2016 – 189,222 miles
  • 2015 – 173,569 miles
  • 2014 – 161,328 miles
  • 2013 – 147,165 miles
  • 2012 – 134,632 miles
  • 2011 – 126,977 miles
  • 2010 – 119,826 miles
  • 2009 – 93,222 miles
  • 2008 – 53,139 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass230,356 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour (4.2.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass230,356 miles (-3,043)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    230,356 miles
    Test number
    564429469805
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass233,399 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    233,399 miles
    Test number
    895549393889
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail233,399 miles (+3)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,399 miles
    Test number
    980031281880
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail233,396 miles (+7,713)3 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,396 miles
    Test number
    658269646178
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass225,683 miles (+1,618)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    225,683 miles
    Test number
    993845353889
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass224,065 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    224,065 miles
    Test number
    255856163388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail224,065 miles (+2,943)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,065 miles
    Test number
    516751045262
    • Repaired at testDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass221,122 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    221,122 miles
    Test number
    222642573140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail221,120 miles (+4,303)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,120 miles
    Test number
    466947891002
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively passenger side (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass216,817 miles (+8,528)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    216,817 miles
    Test number
    351077522206
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass208,289 miles (+5)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    208,289 miles
    Test number
    319921930012
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail208,284 miles (+7,160)2 dangerous10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,284 miles
    Test number
    380367644692
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass201,124 miles (+11,902)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    201,124 miles
    Test number
    254749219391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass189,222 miles (+15,653)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    189,222 miles
    Test number
    167344329122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass173,569 miles (+12,241)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    173,569 miles
    Test number
    448663038468
    • AdvisoryFront disc(s) are pitted
    • AdvisoryO/s/r & n/s/r upper suspension bush has play

  16. Pass161,328 miles (+14,163)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    161,328 miles
    Test number
    626615824372
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass147,165 miles (+12,533)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    147,165 miles
    Test number
    445065713485
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass134,632 miles (+7,655)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    134,632 miles
    Test number
    669452922393
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass126,977 miles (+7,151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    126,977 miles
    Test number
    958524671212
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass119,826 miles (+26,604)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    119,826 miles
    Test number
    991776490248
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  21. Pass93,222 miles (+40,083)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    93,222 miles
    Test number
    192960099278
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass53,139 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    53,139 miles
    Test number
    950297568256
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about LC55 HFG

Does LC55 HFG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC55 HFG expired on 13 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC55 HFG?
The MOT on LC55 HFG expired on 13 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC55 HFG done?
LC55 HFG was recorded at 230,356 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2024, an average of 10,938 miles a year.
Has LC55 HFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC55 HFG has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LC55 HFG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Dec 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LC55 HFG find?
LC55 HFG passed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2024 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside rear position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour; nearside rear position lamp light intensity obviously reduced; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 5 more.

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