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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,910 cc

LC55 HFLMOT history

LC55 HFL is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 27 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 16 Feb 2023 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 137,029 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2022.

LC55 HFL black Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Feb 2023
Mileage
137,029 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2022
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,186 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC55 HFL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
27 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC55 HFL was last recorded at 137,029 miles on 17 Feb 2022, 6,036 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,993 miles · 17 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
6,036 miles
Average per year
8,186 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 137,029 miles
  • 2021 – 130,993 miles
  • 2019 – 122,594 miles
  • 2018 – 113,846 miles
  • 2017 – 100,552 miles
  • 2016 – 91,188 miles
  • 2015 – 83,111 miles
  • 2014 – 74,943 miles
  • 2013 – 70,628 miles
  • 2012 – 62,219 miles
  • 2011 – 55,281 miles
  • 2010 – 48,277 miles
  • 2009 – 37,931 miles
  • 2008 – 27,969 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,029 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass137,029 miles (+6,036)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    137,029 miles
    Test number
    315175444107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass130,993 miles (+8,399)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    130,993 miles
    Test number
    198668753357
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass122,594 miles (+5)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    122,594 miles
    Test number
    674905563335
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail122,589 miles (+8,743)1 dangerous1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,589 miles
    Test number
    286151874280
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass113,846 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    113,846 miles
    Test number
    445049196864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail113,845 miles (+13,293)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,845 miles
    Test number
    483555676618
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated

  7. Pass100,552 miles (+9,364)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    100,552 miles
    Test number
    100081684161
    • AdvisoryAll brake disc backing plates rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush banana arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush banana arm (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass91,188 miles (+8,077)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    91,188 miles
    Test number
    396411314451
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass83,111 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    83,111 miles
    Test number
    368365475131
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail83,111 miles (+8,168)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,111 miles
    Test number
    145895075118
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass74,943 miles (+4,315)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    74,943 miles
    Test number
    995772704217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,628 miles (+8,409)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    70,628 miles
    Test number
    475680583235
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorber top mountings partially broken

  13. Pass62,219 miles (+6,938)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    62,219 miles
    Test number
    369582382420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,281 miles (+7,004)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    55,281 miles
    Test number
    218180991272
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass48,277 miles (+10,346)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    48,277 miles
    Test number
    334878480205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,931 miles (+9,962)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    37,931 miles
    Test number
    361337299243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    27,969 miles
    Test number
    611606298294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC55 HFL

Does LC55 HFL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC55 HFL expired on 16 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC55 HFL?
The MOT on LC55 HFL expired on 16 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC55 HFL done?
LC55 HFL was recorded at 137,029 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2022, an average of 8,186 miles a year.
Has LC55 HFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC55 HFL has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on LC55 HFL 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 LC55 HFL find?
LC55 HFL passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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