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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,980 cc

LE51 FPCMOT history

LE51 FPC is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 13 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Jun 2024 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 58,683 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Jun 2024
Mileage
58,683 mi
At MOT on 13 Jun 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,416 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE51 FPC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,980 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
13 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE51 FPC was last recorded at 58,683 miles on 13 Jun 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,680 miles · 8 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,416 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 58,683 miles
  • 2019 – 57,500 miles
  • 2018 – 57,199 miles
  • 2017 – 55,269 miles
  • 2016 – 47,735 miles
  • 2015 – 40,263 miles
  • 2014 – 36,167 miles
  • 2013 – 32,977 miles
  • 2012 – 29,458 miles
  • 2011 – 26,576 miles
  • 2010 – 24,545 miles
  • 2008 – 21,406 miles
  • 2007 – 20,180 miles
  • 2006 – 17,675 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,683 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Both front back plates corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Both front shock absorbers corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Both back plates corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Rear Axle corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Rear exhaust silencer corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 rear silencer heavily corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,683 miles (+3)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    58,683 miles
    Test number
    801778603677
    • AdvisoryFront Both front back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Both front shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Both back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear Axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Rear exhaust silencer corroded

  2. Fail58,680 miles (+1,180)1 dangerous4 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,680 miles
    Test number
    777094477435
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Outta brake pad lining lifting (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Nearside front floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch corroded 30cm from lower suspension arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Both front back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Both front shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Both back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear Axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Rear exhaust silencer corroded

  3. Pass57,500 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    57,500 miles
    Test number
    705369260956
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail57,500 miles (+301)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,500 miles
    Test number
    937745870284
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass57,199 miles (+1,930)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    57,199 miles
    Test number
    803866412527
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass55,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    55,269 miles
    Test number
    779180543211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail55,269 miles (+7,534)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,269 miles
    Test number
    443845014858
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  8. Pass47,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    47,735 miles
    Test number
    974865161049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail47,735 miles (+7,472)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,735 miles
    Test number
    250385678907
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported center brackets broken (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass40,263 miles (+4,096)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    40,263 miles
    Test number
    249622245446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass36,167 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    36,167 miles
    Test number
    809876234199
    • NoteDamage to nearside front indicator lamp

  12. Fail36,167 miles (+3,190)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,167 miles
    Test number
    657326834187
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteDamage to nearside front indicator lamp
    • NoteRear exhaust deterioating and loose but not yet insecure

  13. Pass32,977 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    32,977 miles
    Test number
    626353063130
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail32,975 miles (+3,517)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,975 miles
    Test number
    407062263136
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass29,458 miles (+2,882)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    29,458 miles
    Test number
    448855982126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    26,576 miles
    Test number
    526793371180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail26,576 miles (+2,031)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,576 miles
    Test number
    175642571116
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

  18. Pass24,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    24,545 miles
    Test number
    721169080198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    552225079146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,406 miles (+1,226)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    21,406 miles
    Test number
    254697678466
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer side wall slightly perrished

  21. Pass20,180 miles (+2,505)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    20,180 miles
    Test number
    160487377100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    17,675 miles
    Test number
    753564176121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE51 FPC

Does LE51 FPC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE51 FPC expired on 12 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE51 FPC?
The MOT on LE51 FPC expired on 12 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE51 FPC done?
LE51 FPC was recorded at 58,683 miles at its MOT on 13 Jun 2023, an average of 2,416 miles a year.
Has LE51 FPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE51 FPC has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LE51 FPC 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 LE51 FPC find?
LE51 FPC passed its latest MOT on 13 Jun 2023 with 12 advisories: front both front back plates corroded; front both front shock absorbers corroded; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front, and 9 more.

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