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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,910 cc

LC55 ULEMOT history

LC55 ULE is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 9 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 13 Jun 2023 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 170,786 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jul 2023.

LC55 ULE blue 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 Jun 2023
Mileage
170,786 mi
At MOT on 5 Jul 2023
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,326 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC55 ULE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LC55 ULE was last recorded at 170,786 miles on 5 Jul 2023, 6,142 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,644 miles · 14 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
6,142 miles
Average per year
9,326 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 170,786 miles
  • 2022 – 164,644 miles
  • 2021 – 159,615 miles
  • 2019 – 148,089 miles
  • 2018 – 146,287 miles
  • 2017 – 138,640 miles
  • 2016 – 127,205 miles
  • 2014 – 113,756 miles
  • 2013 – 101,142 miles
  • 2012 – 88,947 miles
  • 2011 – 76,806 miles
  • 2010 – 64,056 miles
  • 2009 – 49,245 miles
  • 2008 – 35,160 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail170,786 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • 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))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail170,786 miles (+6,142)4 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,786 miles
    Test number
    984588960841
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  2. Pass164,644 miles (+1)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    164,644 miles
    Test number
    333490225557
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMil light is on
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield is loose

  3. Fail164,643 miles (+5,028)10 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,643 miles
    Test number
    238325768581
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle handbrake (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMil light is on
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield is loose

  4. Pass159,615 miles (+212)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    159,615 miles
    Test number
    862234143999
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail159,403 miles (+11,314)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,403 miles
    Test number
    864380747788
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen pump (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass148,089 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    148,089 miles
    Test number
    922334048407
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre and tyre in poor condition

  7. Fail148,089 miles (+1,802)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,089 miles
    Test number
    376971935143
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre and tyre in poor condition

  8. Fail146,287 miles (+7,647)2 dangerous6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,287 miles
    Test number
    569673081463
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush 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 Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass138,640 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    138,640 miles
    Test number
    372158815442
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  10. Fail138,638 miles (+11,433)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,638 miles
    Test number
    637316153214
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  11. Pass127,205 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    127,205 miles
    Test number
    503090619430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit measures at 1.6mm on inner TWI (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail127,204 miles (+13,448)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,204 miles
    Test number
    809637808386
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit measures at 1.6mm on inner TWI (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass113,756 miles (+228)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    113,756 miles
    Test number
    255556054300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on the inner/outer tread
    • NoteUneven brake pad wear on the rear

  14. Fail113,528 miles (+12,386)2 failures1 repaired5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,528 miles
    Test number
    406250254352
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on the inner/outer tread
    • NoteUneven brake pad wear on the rear

  15. Pass101,142 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    101,142 miles
    Test number
    199616543376
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn uneven
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front steering rack tie rod inner joint

  16. Fail101,142 miles (+12,195)3 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,142 miles
    Test number
    567606243382
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn uneven
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front steering rack tie rod inner joint

  17. Pass88,947 miles (+12,141)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    88,947 miles
    Test number
    926429642389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass76,806 miles (+12,750)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    76,806 miles
    Test number
    147426551337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass64,056 miles (+14,811)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    64,056 miles
    Test number
    801912540374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,245 miles (+14,085)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    49,245 miles
    Test number
    492456949356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    35,160 miles
    Test number
    950743158374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC55 ULE

Does LC55 ULE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC55 ULE expired on 13 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC55 ULE?
The MOT on LC55 ULE expired on 13 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC55 ULE done?
LC55 ULE was recorded at 170,786 miles at its MOT on 5 Jul 2023, an average of 9,326 miles a year.
Has LC55 ULE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC55 ULE has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LC55 ULE 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 ULE find?
LC55 ULE failed its latest MOT on 5 Jul 2023 with 4 major defects, 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 8 more.

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