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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,985 cc

LF52 VMTMOT history

LF52 VMT is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 25 Jul 2025 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 87,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Jul 2025
Mileage
87,999 mi
At MOT on 19 Jul 2024
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,766 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 VMT
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
31 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 VMT was last recorded at 87,999 miles on 19 Jul 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,999 miles · 18 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,766 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 87,999 miles
  • 2023 – 86,303 miles
  • 2022 – 84,413 miles
  • 2021 – 79,116 miles
  • 2020 – 74,002 miles
  • 2019 – 72,970 miles
  • 2018 – 67,656 miles
  • 2017 – 62,248 miles
  • 2016 – 58,186 miles
  • 2015 – 55,358 miles
  • 2014 – 49,681 miles
  • 2013 – 46,412 miles
  • 2012 – 43,595 miles
  • 2011 – 40,346 miles
  • 2010 – 36,537 miles
  • 2009 – 32,927 miles
  • 2008 – 29,626 miles
  • 2007 – 26,667 miles
  • 2006 – 22,971 miles
  • 2005 – 17,473 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,999 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,999 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    87,999 miles
    Test number
    285351170345
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail87,999 miles (+1,696)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,999 miles
    Test number
    894731879970
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front abs wires not secure to front suspension legs

  3. Pass86,303 miles (+1,890)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    86,303 miles
    Test number
    940355147336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass84,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    84,413 miles
    Test number
    598784018015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail84,413 miles (+5,297)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,413 miles
    Test number
    694584898289
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass79,116 miles (+5,114)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    79,116 miles
    Test number
    836084624283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass74,002 miles (+1,032)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    74,002 miles
    Test number
    811286515988
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer is deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer joint clamp is missing but exhaust is still secure

  8. Pass72,970 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    72,970 miles
    Test number
    617091952127
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail72,970 miles (+5,314)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,970 miles
    Test number
    477491144517
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass67,656 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    67,656 miles
    Test number
    913218434533
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail67,656 miles (+5,408)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,656 miles
    Test number
    569186453847
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass62,248 miles (+4,062)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    62,248 miles
    Test number
    799613020184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,186 miles (+2,828)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    58,186 miles
    Test number
    912041869752
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass55,358 miles (+5,677)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    55,358 miles
    Test number
    543062769673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,681 miles (+3,269)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    49,681 miles
    Test number
    365278504323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,412 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    46,412 miles
    Test number
    708112603376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteSteering rack flexing on bulkhead

  17. Fail46,412 miles (+2,817)2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,412 miles
    Test number
    887292703390
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteSteering rack flexing on bulkhead

  18. Pass43,595 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    43,595 miles
    Test number
    619574202343
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  19. Fail43,595 miles (+3,249)1 dangerous2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,595 miles
    Test number
    208984702334
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low
    • NoteN/s/f tyre perrished
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  20. Pass40,346 miles (+3,809)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    40,346 miles
    Test number
    569414401394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass36,537 miles (+3,610)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    36,537 miles
    Test number
    802463900369
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass32,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    32,927 miles
    Test number
    461604409330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail32,927 miles (+3,301)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,927 miles
    Test number
    690564109303
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass29,626 miles (+2,959)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    29,626 miles
    Test number
    392285608346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass26,667 miles (+3,696)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    26,667 miles
    Test number
    922577197270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass22,971 miles (+5,498)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    22,971 miles
    Test number
    863620206377
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass17,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    17,473 miles
    Test number
    792510205377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 VMT

Does LF52 VMT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 VMT expired on 25 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 VMT?
The MOT on LF52 VMT expired on 25 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 VMT done?
LF52 VMT was recorded at 87,999 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2024, an average of 3,766 miles a year.
Has LF52 VMT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 VMT has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LF52 VMT 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 LF52 VMT find?
LF52 VMT passed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2024 with 4 advisories: central brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside front to rear; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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