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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LC55 ULGMOT history

LC55 ULG is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 8 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 75,532 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

LC55 ULG silver Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Saab 9-3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Nov 2026
Mileage
75,532 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC55 ULG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC55 ULG was last recorded at 75,532 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 2,630 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,902 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,630 miles
Average per year
3,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 75,532 miles
  • 2024 – 72,902 miles
  • 2023 – 71,262 miles
  • 2022 – 70,385 miles
  • 2021 – 69,798 miles
  • 2020 – 68,415 miles
  • 2019 – 65,484 miles
  • 2018 – 62,690 miles
  • 2017 – 61,125 miles
  • 2016 – 59,989 miles
  • 2015 – 56,364 miles
  • 2014 – 52,912 miles
  • 2013 – 48,303 miles
  • 2012 – 45,304 miles
  • 2011 – 40,683 miles
  • 2010 – 35,427 miles
  • 2009 – 28,350 miles
  • 2008 – 20,994 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,532 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Park brake lever high

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,532 miles (+2,630)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    75,532 miles
    Test number
    891263252240
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass72,902 miles (+1,640)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    72,902 miles
    Test number
    902710766208
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass71,262 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    71,262 miles
    Test number
    982588635187
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail71,262 miles (+877)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,262 miles
    Test number
    989851958930
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect OS and NS (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass70,385 miles (+7)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    70,385 miles
    Test number
    237251567062
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever high
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play OS and NS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail70,378 miles (+9)1 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,378 miles
    Test number
    587483861628
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cords showing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Also cracking (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively OS and NS (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever high
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play OS and NS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail70,369 miles (+571)9 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,369 miles
    Test number
    508969214053
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoot hinges seizing , penetration oil applied
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframe, arms, hub and brake components corroded

  8. Pass69,798 miles (+1,383)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    69,798 miles
    Test number
    692311326922
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts corroded on outer edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking in tread and wearing inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on outer edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread lines (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOsf side light and osr brake light was our but came on during test may need investigating

  9. Pass68,415 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    68,415 miles
    Test number
    793067184456
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail68,415 miles (+2,931)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,415 miles
    Test number
    522665011763
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps defused

  11. Pass65,484 miles (+2,794)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    65,484 miles
    Test number
    585200366544
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass62,690 miles (+1,565)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    62,690 miles
    Test number
    612756254583
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut 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 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass61,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    61,125 miles
    Test number
    216886183683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail61,125 miles (+1,136)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,125 miles
    Test number
    342852333296
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass59,989 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    59,989 miles
    Test number
    417635447270
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail59,989 miles (+3,625)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,989 miles
    Test number
    903281981078
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225-45/17 (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass56,364 miles (+3,452)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    56,364 miles
    Test number
    202605370203
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225-45/17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass52,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    52,912 miles
    Test number
    815198614377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail52,912 miles (+4,609)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,912 miles
    Test number
    477368614387
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass48,303 miles (+2,999)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    48,303 miles
    Test number
    599282023356
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass45,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    45,304 miles
    Test number
    826931122394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail45,304 miles (+4,621)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,304 miles
    Test number
    585041222313
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass40,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    40,683 miles
    Test number
    957742921354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail40,682 miles (+5,255)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,682 miles
    Test number
    285122321378
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  25. Pass35,427 miles (+7,077)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    35,427 miles
    Test number
    743605700330
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front wheels slightly buckled

  26. Pass28,350 miles (+7,356)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    28,350 miles
    Test number
    781032329386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass20,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    20,994 miles
    Test number
    154135028302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC55 ULG

Does LC55 ULG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC55 ULG is valid until 2 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC55 ULG?
The MOT on LC55 ULG is valid until 2 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC55 ULG done?
LC55 ULG was recorded at 75,532 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 3,217 miles a year.
Has LC55 ULG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC55 ULG has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LC55 ULG 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 ULG find?
LC55 ULG passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: central rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; oil leak, but not excessive.

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