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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,998 cc

LE03 MJVMOT history

LE03 MJV is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 19 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 19 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 133,872 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jan 2026
Mileage
133,872 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,893 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 MJV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 MJV was last recorded at 133,872 miles on 20 Jan 2025, 2,116 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,756 miles · 11 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
2,116 miles
Average per year
5,893 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 133,872 miles
  • 2023 – 131,756 miles
  • 2022 – 126,715 miles
  • 2021 – 120,603 miles
  • 2020 – 115,081 miles
  • 2019 – 112,766 miles
  • 2018 – 112,332 miles
  • 2017 – 103,509 miles
  • 2016 – 96,602 miles
  • 2015 – 85,540 miles
  • 2014 – 80,263 miles
  • 2013 – 74,880 miles
  • 2012 – 68,437 miles
  • 2011 – 64,362 miles
  • 2010 – 56,937 miles
  • 2009 – 52,549 miles
  • 2008 – 45,211 miles
  • 2007 – 36,343 miles
  • 2006 – 24,341 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,872 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryHandbrake travel high
  • AdvisoryHeadlight lenses deteriorating
  • AdvisoryMIL illuminated - vehicle first used BEFORE 01/07/2003
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre Also pressure appears low
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryPossible leak from front exhaust

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,872 miles (+2,116)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    133,872 miles
    Test number
    735141579439
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel high
    • AdvisoryHeadlight lenses deteriorating
    • AdvisoryMIL illuminated - vehicle first used BEFORE 01/07/2003
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre Also pressure appears low
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPossible leak from front exhaust

  2. Pass131,756 miles (+5,041)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    131,756 miles
    Test number
    286544024151
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass126,715 miles (+6,112)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    126,715 miles
    Test number
    202987472050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass120,603 miles (+5,522)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    120,603 miles
    Test number
    281637314740
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass115,081 miles (+2,315)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    115,081 miles
    Test number
    874390915897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass112,766 miles (+35)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    112,766 miles
    Test number
    457958805412
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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))

  7. Fail112,731 miles (+399)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,731 miles
    Test number
    938255679990
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively All discs rusty and a little lip on them (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe slight leak (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output front headlamps fading (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass112,332 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    112,332 miles
    Test number
    535442796463
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail112,332 miles (+8,823)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,332 miles
    Test number
    988958044328
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass103,509 miles (+6,907)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    103,509 miles
    Test number
    462120303711
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both lenses deteriorating (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (3.7.B.3)

  11. Pass96,602 miles (+11,062)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    96,602 miles
    Test number
    750399390401
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing uneven on inner edges

  12. Pass85,540 miles (+5,277)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    85,540 miles
    Test number
    967762623727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    80,263 miles
    Test number
    397683024350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail80,263 miles (+5,383)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,263 miles
    Test number
    786082524301
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Fail74,880 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,880 miles
    Test number
    388134023316
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass74,880 miles (+6,443)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    74,880 miles
    Test number
    465824023433
    • AdvisoryFront Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Pass68,437 miles (+4,075)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    68,437 miles
    Test number
    636552832394
    • 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
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteRear brake discs lipped

  18. Fail64,362 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,362 miles
    Test number
    477183821375
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Pass64,362 miles (+7,425)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    64,362 miles
    Test number
    806023321313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,937 miles (+4,388)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    56,937 miles
    Test number
    440257710312
    • 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)

  21. Fail52,549 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,549 miles
    Test number
    110808889210
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass52,549 miles (+7,338)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    52,549 miles
    Test number
    994868089261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,211 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    45,211 miles
    Test number
    124531098243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail45,211 miles (+8,868)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,211 miles
    Test number
    843257288252
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass36,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    36,343 miles
    Test number
    142456547363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail36,343 miles (+12,002)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,343 miles
    Test number
    524526147309
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass24,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    24,341 miles
    Test number
    860151476141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE03 MJV

Does LE03 MJV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 MJV expired on 19 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 MJV?
The MOT on LE03 MJV expired on 19 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 MJV done?
LE03 MJV was recorded at 133,872 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2025, an average of 5,893 miles a year.
Has LE03 MJV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 MJV has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on LE03 MJV 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 LE03 MJV find?
LE03 MJV passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2025 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; offside windscreen wiper blade defective; handbrake travel high, and 7 more.

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