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Saab 9-3

Beige · Petrol · 2002 · 1,985 cc

LF02 KNHMOT history

LF02 KNH is a beige petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 26 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 23 Jul 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 131,177 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Jul 2026
Mileage
131,177 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,631 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 KNH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
26 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 KNH was last recorded at 131,177 miles on 24 Jul 2025, 18,000 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Aug 2007: 45,485 miles, lower than 45,542 miles on 4 May 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
113,177 miles · 21 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
18,000 miles
Average per year
4,631 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 131,177 miles
  • 2023 – 113,135 miles
  • 2022 – 112,030 miles
  • 2021 – 109,190 miles
  • 2019 – 105,241 miles
  • 2018 – 103,143 miles
  • 2017 – 101,313 miles
  • 2016 – 99,592 miles
  • 2015 – 97,077 miles
  • 2014 – 90,996 miles
  • 2013 – 84,441 miles
  • 2012 – 79,289 miles
  • 2011 – 72,794 miles
  • 2009 – 64,219 miles
  • 2008 – 54,140 miles
  • 2007 – 45,485 miles
  • 2006 – 42,306 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,177 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,177 miles (+18,000)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    131,177 miles
    Test number
    206207761207
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  2. Fail113,177 miles (+42)9 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,177 miles
    Test number
    695578675806
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements no standards marking (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements no standards marking (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  3. Pass113,135 miles (+1,105)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    113,135 miles
    Test number
    197012344890
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion undebody

  4. Pass112,030 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    112,030 miles
    Test number
    628615117120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail112,024 miles (+2,834)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,024 miles
    Test number
    401284376236
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass109,190 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    109,190 miles
    Test number
    656424608254
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Fail109,183 miles (+3,942)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,183 miles
    Test number
    986642076314
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass105,241 miles (+2,098)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    105,241 miles
    Test number
    612419182826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass103,143 miles (+1,830)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    103,143 miles
    Test number
    939152095933
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% High level (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front on outer face (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass101,313 miles (+1,721)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    101,313 miles
    Test number
    935143926082
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass99,592 miles (+2,515)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    99,592 miles
    Test number
    862170833828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass97,077 miles (+6,081)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    97,077 miles
    Test number
    716041755097
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Fail90,996 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,996 miles
    Test number
    368689654090
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  14. Pass90,996 miles (+6,555)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    90,996 miles
    Test number
    758349154055
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  15. Pass84,441 miles (+5,152)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    84,441 miles
    Test number
    117357653466
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  16. Pass79,289 miles (+6,495)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    79,289 miles
    Test number
    437813832058
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  17. Pass72,794 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    72,794 miles
    Test number
    306999211062
    • NoteExhaust corroded tyres low 2mm

  18. Fail72,794 miles (+8,575)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,794 miles
    Test number
    976027411050
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteExhaust corroded tyres low 2mm

  19. Pass64,219 miles (+10,079)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    64,219 miles
    Test number
    654876049225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,140 miles (+8,655)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    54,140 miles
    Test number
    230468628281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,485 miles (-57)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    45,485 miles
    Test number
    370559327458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,542 miles (+3,236)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    45,542 miles
    Test number
    232774627486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    42,306 miles
    Test number
    254625736411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 KNH

Does LF02 KNH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF02 KNH expired on 23 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF02 KNH?
The MOT on LF02 KNH expired on 23 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF02 KNH done?
LF02 KNH was recorded at 131,177 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2025, an average of 4,631 miles a year.
Has LF02 KNH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 KNH has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LF02 KNH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Aug 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LF02 KNH find?
LF02 KNH passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2025 with 12 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 9 more.

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