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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,985 cc

LF02 VFHMOT history

LF02 VFH is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 3 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 3 Aug 2024 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 93,545 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Aug 2024
Mileage
93,545 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2023
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,517 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 VFH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
3 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 VFH was last recorded at 93,545 miles on 4 Aug 2023, 831 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,714 miles · 5 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
831 miles
Average per year
3,517 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 93,545 miles
  • 2022 – 92,714 miles
  • 2021 – 91,368 miles
  • 2020 – 89,430 miles
  • 2019 – 88,596 miles
  • 2017 – 86,137 miles
  • 2015 – 81,665 miles
  • 2014 – 72,394 miles
  • 2013 – 64,348 miles
  • 2012 – 59,144 miles
  • 2011 – 53,595 miles
  • 2010 – 48,658 miles
  • 2009 – 44,999 miles
  • 2008 – 40,262 miles
  • 2007 – 36,440 miles
  • 2006 – 33,067 miles
  • 2005 – 29,482 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,545 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,545 miles (+831)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    93,545 miles
    Test number
    244553412770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass92,714 miles (+1,346)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    92,714 miles
    Test number
    501841656523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass91,368 miles (+1,938)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    91,368 miles
    Test number
    120046210578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass89,430 miles (+834)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    89,430 miles
    Test number
    620720873337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass88,596 miles (+2,459)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    88,596 miles
    Test number
    926158267053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass86,137 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    86,137 miles
    Test number
    105477296410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion inner sill panel (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  7. Fail86,137 miles (+4,472)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,137 miles
    Test number
    569362670835
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion inner sill panel (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  8. Pass81,665 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    81,665 miles
    Test number
    877210080478
    • AdvisoryExhaust system minor leaks front and rear (holed by corrosion)replacement (urgent)
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion forming offside rear top spring mount

  9. Fail81,665 miles (+9,271)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,665 miles
    Test number
    148152471403
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system minor leaks front and rear (holed by corrosion)replacement (urgent)
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion forming offside rear top spring mount

  10. Pass72,394 miles (+8,046)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    72,394 miles
    Test number
    997619084290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,348 miles (+5,204)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    64,348 miles
    Test number
    109096363289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,144 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    59,144 miles
    Test number
    365976772491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail59,144 miles (+5,549)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,144 miles
    Test number
    367676072244
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass53,595 miles (+4,937)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    53,595 miles
    Test number
    547456971260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,658 miles (+3,659)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    48,658 miles
    Test number
    304725340435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,999 miles (+4,737)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    44,999 miles
    Test number
    700552359200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail40,262 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,262 miles
    Test number
    454033598193
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass40,262 miles (+3,822)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    40,262 miles
    Test number
    574963198158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,440 miles (+3,373)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    36,440 miles
    Test number
    611165857127
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass33,067 miles (+3,585)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    33,067 miles
    Test number
    954058156139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2006
    Odometer
    29,482 miles
    Test number
    413197035148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 VFH

Does LF02 VFH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF02 VFH expired on 3 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF02 VFH?
The MOT on LF02 VFH expired on 3 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF02 VFH done?
LF02 VFH was recorded at 93,545 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2023, an average of 3,517 miles a year.
Has LF02 VFH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 VFH has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2017.
Has the mileage on LF02 VFH 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 VFH find?
LF02 VFH passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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