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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,985 cc

LF02 KOUMOT history

LF02 KOU is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 27 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 83,467 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
83,467 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,082 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 KOU
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
27 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 KOU was last recorded at 83,467 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 1,075 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,392 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,075 miles
Average per year
3,082 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,467 miles
  • 2025 – 82,392 miles
  • 2024 – 81,339 miles
  • 2023 – 80,258 miles
  • 2022 – 78,518 miles
  • 2021 – 76,753 miles
  • 2020 – 74,912 miles
  • 2019 – 72,565 miles
  • 2018 – 69,493 miles
  • 2017 – 66,897 miles
  • 2016 – 63,740 miles
  • 2015 – 60,745 miles
  • 2014 – 57,122 miles
  • 2013 – 54,071 miles
  • 2012 – 51,247 miles
  • 2011 – 46,963 miles
  • 2010 – 43,195 miles
  • 2009 – 38,956 miles
  • 2008 – 33,889 miles
  • 2007 – 28,787 miles
  • 2006 – 20,965 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,467 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,467 miles (+1,075)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    83,467 miles
    Test number
    614016566991
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass82,392 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    82,392 miles
    Test number
    390210481413
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail82,392 miles (+1,053)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,392 miles
    Test number
    213528070392
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Pass81,339 miles (+1,081)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    81,339 miles
    Test number
    920279279690
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer corroded

  5. Pass80,258 miles (+1,740)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    80,258 miles
    Test number
    892941028973
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass78,518 miles (+1,765)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    78,518 miles
    Test number
    448915211768
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak from Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass76,753 miles (+1,841)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    76,753 miles
    Test number
    549678226340
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass74,912 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    74,912 miles
    Test number
    623387591217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail74,912 miles (+2,347)4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,912 miles
    Test number
    222828024035
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass72,565 miles (+3,072)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    72,565 miles
    Test number
    196027371563
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty - no leaks.

  11. Pass69,493 miles (+2,596)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    69,493 miles
    Test number
    464726608115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass66,897 miles (+3,157)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    66,897 miles
    Test number
    815401914515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,740 miles (+2,995)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    63,740 miles
    Test number
    483231104774
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have small cracks to outer sidewalls/tread
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre is out of shape on inner edge

  14. Pass60,745 miles (+3,623)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    60,745 miles
    Test number
    679676925092
    • NoteNearside front tyre has a cut

  15. Pass57,122 miles (+3,051)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    57,122 miles
    Test number
    936031524003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,071 miles (+2,824)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    54,071 miles
    Test number
    155258723060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,247 miles (+4,284)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    51,247 miles
    Test number
    825678712086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,963 miles (+3,768)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    46,963 miles
    Test number
    128467111063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,195 miles (+4,239)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    43,195 miles
    Test number
    681991020062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,956 miles (+5,067)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    38,956 miles
    Test number
    114723619462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,889 miles (+5,102)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    33,889 miles
    Test number
    650777318019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,787 miles (+7,822)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    28,787 miles
    Test number
    693417017068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    20,965 miles
    Test number
    904280516083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 KOU

Does LF02 KOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF02 KOU is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF02 KOU?
The MOT on LF02 KOU is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF02 KOU done?
LF02 KOU was recorded at 83,467 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 3,082 miles a year.
Has LF02 KOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 KOU has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LF02 KOU 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 KOU find?
LF02 KOU passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: brake pad(s) wearing thin; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer.

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