Saab 9-3
Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,985 cc
LF52 VNMMOT history
LF52 VNM is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 6 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 22 of 31 MOT tests, with 156,930 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 7 Jul 2027
- Mileage
- 156,930 mi
- At MOT on 25 Jun 2026
- MOT tests
- 31
- 22 passed · 9 failed
- Per year
- 4,952 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LF52 VNM
- 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
- 6 Dec 2002
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 25 Jun 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LF52 VNM was last recorded at 156,930 miles on 25 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 156,930 miles · 23 Jun 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 4,952 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 156,930 miles
- 2025 – 151,194 miles
- 2024 – 146,767 miles
- 2023 – 142,499 miles
- 2022 – 139,770 miles
- 2021 – 138,086 miles
- 2020 – 133,965 miles
- 2018 – 128,688 miles
- 2017 – 123,713 miles
- 2016 – 118,858 miles
- 2015 – 112,970 miles
- 2014 – 106,629 miles
- 2013 – 101,563 miles
- 2012 – 95,361 miles
- 2011 – 88,883 miles
- 2010 – 82,683 miles
- 2009 – 78,510 miles
- 2008 – 71,446 miles
- 2007 – 69,620 miles
- 2006 – 63,610 miles
- 2005 – 55,282 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass156,930 miles
- AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security by rack area (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened suspension beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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
Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Minor5 MOTs, 2020–2022
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Front Coil spring corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
31 tests since 14 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass156,930 miles9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jul 2027
- Odometer
- 156,930 miles
- Test number
- 101330809793
- AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security by rack area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened suspension beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
Fail156,930 miles (+5,736)4 major10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 156,930 miles
- Test number
- 927013765053
- MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security by rack area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened suspension beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
Pass151,194 miles (+2)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 151,194 miles
- Test number
- 422475231464
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront floor pan corroded
- AdvisoryRear inner arches corroded
Fail151,192 miles (+4,425)5 major9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 151,192 miles
- Test number
- 531894454100
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Lower floor slightly corroded
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Inner arches slight corrosion
Pass146,767 miles (+1)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 146,767 miles
- Test number
- 105110165174
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail146,766 miles (+4,267)6 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 146,766 miles
- Test number
- 567404257934
- MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam not working when main beam operated (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass142,499 miles (+2,729)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2024
- Odometer
- 142,499 miles
- Test number
- 693475031819
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted
Pass139,770 miles2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2023
- Odometer
- 139,770 miles
- Test number
- 906241951119
- MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower floor corroded around grommet
- AdvisoryOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive steering rack mount area (2.1.2 (e) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front inner arch area corroded
Fail139,770 miles (+1,684)1 major2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 139,770 miles
- Test number
- 263023155898
- MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
- MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake cable corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower floor corroded around grommet
- AdvisoryOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive steering rack mount area (2.1.2 (e) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front inner arch area corroded
Pass138,086 miles (+23)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2022
- Odometer
- 138,086 miles
- Test number
- 698458688789
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear nearside and offside handbrake cable corroded
Fail138,063 miles (+4,098)1 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 138,063 miles
- Test number
- 531209222017
- MajorFront Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced nearside and offside inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear nearside and offside handbrake cable corroded
Pass133,965 miles (+134)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jun 2021
- Odometer
- 133,965 miles
- Test number
- 498437071870
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass133,831 miles (+5,143)1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Feb 2021
- Odometer
- 133,831 miles
- Test number
- 605298429485
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass128,688 miles (+4,975)
- MOT expiry
- 10 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 128,688 miles
- Test number
- 773942104458
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass123,713 miles (+4,855)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 123,713 miles
- Test number
- 398803383104
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass118,858 miles
- MOT expiry
- 10 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 118,858 miles
- Test number
- 375776157145
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail118,858 miles (+5,888)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 118,858 miles
- Test number
- 722211204188
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Pass112,970 miles (+6,341)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Nov 2016
- Odometer
- 112,970 miles
- Test number
- 171952155204
- 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)
Pass106,629 miles (+5,066)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Nov 2015
- Odometer
- 106,629 miles
- Test number
- 408661914489
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass101,563 miles
- MOT expiry
- 5 Nov 2014
- Odometer
- 101,563 miles
- Test number
- 459690413393
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail101,563 miles (+6,202)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 101,563 miles
- Test number
- 735070913391
- Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Pass95,361 miles (+6,478)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Nov 2013
- Odometer
- 95,361 miles
- Test number
- 419767502409
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass88,883 miles (+6,200)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Oct 2012
- Odometer
- 88,883 miles
- Test number
- 298164701338
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass82,683 miles (+4,173)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Oct 2011
- Odometer
- 82,683 miles
- Test number
- 540791400358
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass78,510 miles (+6)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Oct 2010
- Odometer
- 78,510 miles
- Test number
- 890841209319
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail78,504 miles (+7,058)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 78,504 miles
- Test number
- 282330209362
- FailureNearside Front Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Pass71,446 miles (+1,826)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Oct 2009
- Odometer
- 71,446 miles
- Test number
- 294657488203
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass69,620 miles (+6,010)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Dec 2008
- Odometer
- 69,620 miles
- Test number
- 300304937377
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass63,610 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 13 Dec 2007
- Odometer
- 63,610 miles
- Test number
- 601121546327
- NoteSee advisory note: 264121246387
Fail63,610 miles (+8,328)1 failure1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 63,610 miles
- Test number
- 264121246387
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteBoth front tyre wearing on inner edges
Pass55,282 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 Dec 2006
- Odometer
- 55,282 miles
- Test number
- 403228645451
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LF52 VNM
- Does LF52 VNM currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 VNM is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LF52 VNM?
- The MOT on LF52 VNM is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LF52 VNM done?
- LF52 VNM was recorded at 156,930 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2026, an average of 4,952 miles a year.
- Has LF52 VNM ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LF52 VNM has failed 9 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2026.
- Has the mileage on LF52 VNM 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 VNM find?
- LF52 VNM passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2026 with 9 advisories: nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre; nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges, and 6 more.
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