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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,985 cc

LF02 VCUMOT history

LF02 VCU is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 11 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 26 Jan 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 126,044 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jan 2026
Mileage
126,044 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,062 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 VCU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
11 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LF02 VCU was last recorded at 126,044 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 7,674 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,370 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,674 miles
Average per year
5,062 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,044 miles
  • 2025 – 118,370 miles
  • 2024 – 105,911 miles
  • 2023 – 93,793 miles
  • 2022 – 84,181 miles
  • 2021 – 79,646 miles
  • 2019 – 72,780 miles
  • 2018 – 70,106 miles
  • 2017 – 69,375 miles
  • 2016 – 65,354 miles
  • 2015 – 60,905 miles
  • 2014 – 57,705 miles
  • 2013 – 54,808 miles
  • 2012 – 51,722 miles
  • 2011 – 49,859 miles
  • 2010 – 47,823 miles
  • 2009 – 43,699 miles
  • 2008 – 37,320 miles
  • 2007 – 31,847 miles
  • 2006 – 26,971 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail126,044 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Disc guard missing
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front brake back plate missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm outer bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 11 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail126,044 miles (+7,674)1 dangerous3 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,044 miles
    Test number
    175621216245
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Disc guard missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass118,370 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    118,370 miles
    Test number
    431173785506
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate missing

  3. Fail118,364 miles (+12,453)1 dangerous6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,364 miles
    Test number
    736895471970
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low image not on beam tester (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested beam to low to test (4.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate missing

  4. Pass105,911 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    105,911 miles
    Test number
    902499720396
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail105,905 miles (+12,112)4 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,905 miles
    Test number
    234951626680
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail leaking (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousBrake system leaking nearside rear flexi hose
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended does not release (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight misfire at low revs

  6. Pass93,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    93,793 miles
    Test number
    867199214164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail93,793 miles (+5)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,793 miles
    Test number
    861191301844
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail93,788 miles (+9,607)4 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,788 miles
    Test number
    735048922901
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass84,181 miles (+48)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    84,181 miles
    Test number
    898705646685
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald and on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail84,133 miles (+4,487)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,133 miles
    Test number
    466841412095
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge bald (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached clamp missing (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald and on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass79,646 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    79,646 miles
    Test number
    167675797227
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail79,646 miles (+6,866)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,646 miles
    Test number
    142005483335
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass72,780 miles (+2,674)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    72,780 miles
    Test number
    613751305391
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass70,106 miles (+731)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    70,106 miles
    Test number
    754459769194
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  15. Pass69,375 miles (+4,021)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    69,375 miles
    Test number
    277484513391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,354 miles (+4,449)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    65,354 miles
    Test number
    199889733159
    • AdvisoryEngine light on, emissions ok
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are corroding, not weakened and performance ok
    • AdvisoryRear box exhaust corroding, not blowing and still secure

  17. Pass60,905 miles (+3,200)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    60,905 miles
    Test number
    855819055156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,705 miles (+2,897)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    57,705 miles
    Test number
    627885154103
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall perishing and starting to wear on the inside edge
    • NoteOnly one washer jet working,but screen clears ok when inspected
    • NoteRear exhaust clamp corroded,still suporting box and not blowing when inspected
    • NoteRear metal fuel filter housing corroding

  19. Pass54,808 miles (+222)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    54,808 miles
    Test number
    969084663179
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear silencer corroded

  20. Pass54,586 miles (+2,864)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    54,586 miles
    Test number
    339492813150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust clamp heavily corroded.

  21. Fail51,722 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,722 miles
    Test number
    236507512441
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteEngine management light is on.
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded and worn,rear brake discs scored,both windscreen wiper blades split but still clearing the screen.

  22. Pass51,722 miles (+1,863)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    51,722 miles
    Test number
    579367112139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteEngine management light is on.
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded and worn,rear brake discs scored,both windscreen wiper blades split but still clearing the screen.

  23. Pass49,859 miles (+2,036)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    49,859 miles
    Test number
    295994501488
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine man. light is on

  24. Pass47,823 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    47,823 miles
    Test number
    232029910475
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteEngine management light stays illuminated on dash

  25. Fail47,823 miles (+4,124)1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,823 miles
    Test number
    452019010123
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteEngine management light stays illuminated on dash

  26. Pass43,699 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2010
    Odometer
    43,699 miles
    Test number
    213534229133
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  27. Fail43,699 miles (+6,379)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,699 miles
    Test number
    550594829191
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  28. Pass37,320 miles (+5,473)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    37,320 miles
    Test number
    551397878069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass31,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    31,847 miles
    Test number
    374447207172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail31,847 miles (+4,876)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,847 miles
    Test number
    732077007115
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass26,971 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    26,971 miles
    Test number
    772652996146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 VCU

Does LF02 VCU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF02 VCU expired on 26 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF02 VCU?
The MOT on LF02 VCU expired on 26 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF02 VCU done?
LF02 VCU was recorded at 126,044 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 5,062 miles a year.
Has LF02 VCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 VCU has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LF02 VCU 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 VCU find?
LF02 VCU failed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects, 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage fractured; nearside front headlamp not working on main beam; rear brakes imbalanced across an axle axle 2, and 13 more.

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