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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,985 cc

LF02 XMJMOT history

LF02 XMJ is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 12 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 14 Dec 2021 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 160,392 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Dec 2021
Mileage
160,392 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2022
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,013 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 XMJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
12 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LF02 XMJ was last recorded at 160,392 miles on 4 Apr 2022, 5,965 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,427 miles · 15 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
5,965 miles
Average per year
7,013 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 160,392 miles
  • 2020 – 154,427 miles
  • 2019 – 148,341 miles
  • 2018 – 138,687 miles
  • 2017 – 125,306 miles
  • 2016 – 118,717 miles
  • 2015 – 114,893 miles
  • 2014 – 108,476 miles
  • 2013 – 104,056 miles
  • 2012 – 96,381 miles
  • 2011 – 90,593 miles
  • 2010 – 82,790 miles
  • 2009 – 75,959 miles
  • 2008 – 67,499 miles
  • 2007 – 57,570 miles
  • 2006 – 47,669 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail160,392 miles
  • DangerousRear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions not tested major exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak front

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.

  • Both rear wheel arches corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear axle corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Osf tyre worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

22 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail160,392 miles (+5,965)1 dangerous11 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,392 miles
    Test number
    271164305733
    • DangerousRear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested major exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak front

  2. Pass154,427 miles (+6,086)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    154,427 miles
    Test number
    453939396380
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material too rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBackbox outer casing deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  3. Pass148,341 miles (+9,654)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    148,341 miles
    Test number
    973989936445
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from center exhaust (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material too rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  4. Pass138,687 miles (+13,381)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    138,687 miles
    Test number
    823942698362
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer exhaust box deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder car body corroded

  5. Pass125,306 miles (+6,589)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    125,306 miles
    Test number
    615521246600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass118,717 miles (+3,824)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    118,717 miles
    Test number
    937106596088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass114,893 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    114,893 miles
    Test number
    102223077703
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre worn on inner edge

  8. Fail114,890 miles (+6,414)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,890 miles
    Test number
    820044718976
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre worn on inner edge

  9. Pass108,476 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    108,476 miles
    Test number
    755346644213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail108,475 miles (+4,419)6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,475 miles
    Test number
    399515744474
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low
    • NoteSlight blow on exhaust back box and badly corroded

  11. Pass104,056 miles (+7,675)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    104,056 miles
    Test number
    528941643248
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass96,381 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    96,381 miles
    Test number
    645354842261
    • 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)
    • NoteSlight play in steering wheel

  13. Fail96,381 miles (+5,788)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,381 miles
    Test number
    745954942241
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteSlight play in steering wheel

  14. Pass90,593 miles (+7,803)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    90,593 miles
    Test number
    548651421286
    • NoteSLIGHT OIL LEAK ON STEARING RACK

  15. Pass82,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    82,790 miles
    Test number
    813368650129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail82,787 miles (+6,828)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,787 miles
    Test number
    582298850153
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass75,959 miles (+8,460)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    75,959 miles
    Test number
    213383239181
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteExaust heat sheild loose
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear flexi ends corroded

  18. Pass67,499 miles (+9,929)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    67,499 miles
    Test number
    963140148149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,570 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    57,570 miles
    Test number
    581140667093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail57,568 miles (+9,899)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,568 miles
    Test number
    132270167445
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass47,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    47,669 miles
    Test number
    421568166065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail47,669 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,669 miles
    Test number
    143587066002
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LF02 XMJ

Does LF02 XMJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF02 XMJ expired on 14 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF02 XMJ?
The MOT on LF02 XMJ expired on 14 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF02 XMJ done?
LF02 XMJ was recorded at 160,392 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2022, an average of 7,013 miles a year.
Has LF02 XMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 XMJ has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LF02 XMJ 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 XMJ find?
LF02 XMJ failed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 11 major defects and 6 advisories: rear exhaust silencer likely to become detached; emissions not tested major exhaust blow; exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition, and 15 more.

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