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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,171 cc

LF52 XPBMOT history

LF52 XPB is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 4 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 3 Nov 2024 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 220,618 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Nov 2024
Mileage
220,618 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2023
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,538 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 XPB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
4 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 XPB was last recorded at 220,618 miles on 4 Nov 2023, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
220,610 miles · 1 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
9,538 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 220,618 miles
  • 2022 – 216,242 miles
  • 2021 – 210,866 miles
  • 2020 – 205,389 miles
  • 2019 – 199,915 miles
  • 2018 – 190,925 miles
  • 2017 – 182,588 miles
  • 2016 – 176,474 miles
  • 2015 – 168,984 miles
  • 2014 – 157,256 miles
  • 2013 – 151,040 miles
  • 2012 – 139,801 miles
  • 2011 – 130,113 miles
  • 2010 – 115,620 miles
  • 2009 – 96,008 miles
  • 2008 – 85,413 miles
  • 2007 – 77,824 miles
  • 2006 – 69,429 miles
  • 2005 – 47,041 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,618 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Slight movement on o/s steering rack mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,618 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    220,618 miles
    Test number
    337785800746
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail220,610 miles (+4,368)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,610 miles
    Test number
    944499054488
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass216,242 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    216,242 miles
    Test number
    508366807474
    • AdvisorySlight movement on o/s steering rack mounting

  4. Fail216,232 miles (+5,366)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,232 miles
    Test number
    396212311264
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight movement on o/s steering rack mounting

  5. Pass210,866 miles (+5)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    210,866 miles
    Test number
    195001543583
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield loose

  6. Fail210,861 miles (+5,472)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,861 miles
    Test number
    668552034094
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield loose

  7. Pass205,389 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    205,389 miles
    Test number
    277947412836
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear axle slightly corroded

  8. Fail205,383 miles (+5,468)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,383 miles
    Test number
    934634969652
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wing slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis leg slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear axle slightly corroded

  9. Pass199,915 miles (+8,990)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    199,915 miles
    Test number
    493364411188
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted

  10. Pass190,925 miles (+64)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    190,925 miles
    Test number
    461537948966
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill side covers fitted

  11. Fail190,861 miles (+8,273)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,861 miles
    Test number
    134695555414
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both rear inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill side covers fitted

  12. Pass182,588 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    182,588 miles
    Test number
    241159250373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch near top of shock (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryN.s rear tyre cracks in side walls
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  13. Fail182,586 miles (+6,112)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,586 miles
    Test number
    587542467785
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch near top of shock (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch near top of shock (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryN.s rear tyre cracks in side walls
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  14. Pass176,474 miles (+7,490)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    176,474 miles
    Test number
    913578254288
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch by shock (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch by shock (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracks in side walls
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  15. Pass168,984 miles (+11,728)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    168,984 miles
    Test number
    650333720782
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass157,256 miles (+6,216)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    157,256 miles
    Test number
    729090934340
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass151,040 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    151,040 miles
    Test number
    407951493251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Fail151,040 miles (+11,239)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,040 miles
    Test number
    559481893231
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass139,801 miles (+9,688)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    139,801 miles
    Test number
    269872992248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass130,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    130,113 miles
    Test number
    267361791255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail130,113 miles (+14,493)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,113 miles
    Test number
    647880091274
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

  22. Pass115,620 miles (+19,612)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    115,620 miles
    Test number
    680098090228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass96,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    96,008 miles
    Test number
    781773279218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail96,008 miles (+10,595)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,008 miles
    Test number
    403343279276
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  25. Pass85,413 miles (+7,589)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    85,413 miles
    Test number
    621704298247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass77,824 miles (+8,395)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    77,824 miles
    Test number
    981599597231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass69,429 miles (+22,388)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    69,429 miles
    Test number
    450797976242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass47,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    47,041 miles
    Test number
    573485335276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 XPB

Does LF52 XPB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 XPB expired on 3 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 XPB?
The MOT on LF52 XPB expired on 3 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 XPB done?
LF52 XPB was recorded at 220,618 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2023, an average of 9,538 miles a year.
Has LF52 XPB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 XPB has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LF52 XPB 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 XPB find?
LF52 XPB passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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