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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,985 cc

LF02 JZUMOT history

LF02 JZU is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 14 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 113,855 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Nov 2026
Mileage
113,855 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,655 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 JZU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
14 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 JZU was last recorded at 113,855 miles on 21 Oct 2025, 2,371 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,484 miles · 15 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,371 miles
Average per year
4,655 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 113,855 miles
  • 2024 – 111,484 miles
  • 2023 – 108,376 miles
  • 2022 – 107,390 miles
  • 2021 – 106,497 miles
  • 2020 – 105,511 miles
  • 2019 – 104,356 miles
  • 2018 – 103,631 miles
  • 2017 – 102,626 miles
  • 2016 – 99,125 miles
  • 2015 – 94,364 miles
  • 2014 – 89,457 miles
  • 2013 – 84,416 miles
  • 2012 – 79,794 miles
  • 2011 – 68,839 miles
  • 2010 – 58,193 miles
  • 2009 – 47,875 miles
  • 2008 – 38,836 miles
  • 2007 – 31,267 miles
  • 2006 – 22,418 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,855 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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,855 miles (+2,371)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    113,855 miles
    Test number
    443888070459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass111,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    111,484 miles
    Test number
    828720199109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail111,484 miles (+3,108)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,484 miles
    Test number
    203320073235
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorSteering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass108,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    108,376 miles
    Test number
    575895726169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail108,376 miles (+986)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,376 miles
    Test number
    260842811844
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass107,390 miles (+893)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    107,390 miles
    Test number
    511628115363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass106,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    106,497 miles
    Test number
    854316216840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail106,497 miles (+986)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,497 miles
    Test number
    953277279166
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass105,511 miles (+1,155)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    105,511 miles
    Test number
    264177991941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass104,356 miles (+725)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,356 miles
    Test number
    473868151771
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass103,631 miles (+1,005)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    103,631 miles
    Test number
    267827298328
    • AdvisoryCenter Exhaust Loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre Bald From Inner Edge

  12. Pass102,626 miles (+3,501)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    102,626 miles
    Test number
    900592112582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass99,125 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2017
    Odometer
    99,125 miles
    Test number
    419471716031
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has chipped sidewall

  14. Fail99,125 miles (+4,761)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,125 miles
    Test number
    208626439268
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has chipped sidewall

  15. Pass94,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    94,364 miles
    Test number
    407156225121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail94,364 miles (+4,907)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,364 miles
    Test number
    719056125136
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust bracket fractured

  17. Pass89,457 miles (+5,041)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    89,457 miles
    Test number
    685778924196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass84,416 miles (+4,622)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    84,416 miles
    Test number
    435782003181
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass79,794 miles (+10,955)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    79,794 miles
    Test number
    376814202104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass68,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    68,839 miles
    Test number
    879326241022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail68,839 miles (+10,646)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,839 miles
    Test number
    669486841093
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass58,193 miles (+10,318)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    58,193 miles
    Test number
    184696550013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,875 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    47,875 miles
    Test number
    730348759002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail47,873 miles (+9,037)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,873 miles
    Test number
    500687159038
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

  25. Pass38,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    38,836 miles
    Test number
    162492458005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail38,836 miles (+7,569)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,836 miles
    Test number
    181352958433
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass31,267 miles (+8,849)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    31,267 miles
    Test number
    331779437017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass22,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    22,418 miles
    Test number
    260789856001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 JZU

Does LF02 JZU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF02 JZU is valid until 7 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LF02 JZU?
The MOT on LF02 JZU is valid until 7 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF02 JZU done?
LF02 JZU was recorded at 113,855 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2025, an average of 4,655 miles a year.
Has LF02 JZU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 JZU has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LF02 JZU 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 LF02 JZU find?
LF02 JZU passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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