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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,985 cc

LF52 XTXMOT history

LF52 XTX is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 112,827 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Oct 2026
Mileage
112,827 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,276 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 XTX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LF52 XTX was last recorded at 112,827 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 941 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,886 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
941 miles
Average per year
4,276 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,827 miles
  • 2025 – 111,886 miles
  • 2024 – 110,582 miles
  • 2023 – 109,348 miles
  • 2022 – 107,219 miles
  • 2021 – 105,251 miles
  • 2020 – 102,846 miles
  • 2019 – 101,036 miles
  • 2018 – 98,175 miles
  • 2017 – 95,789 miles
  • 2016 – 93,162 miles
  • 2015 – 90,676 miles
  • 2014 – 83,576 miles
  • 2013 – 78,663 miles
  • 2012 – 72,341 miles
  • 2011 – 64,642 miles
  • 2010 – 59,493 miles
  • 2009 – 53,574 miles
  • 2008 – 47,386 miles
  • 2007 – 36,489 miles
  • 2006 – 26,530 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail112,827 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • MIL on

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Off side rear & near side rear inner wheel arch/chassis area's corroded & holed at rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail112,827 miles (+941)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,827 miles
    Test number
    494643576507
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass111,886 miles (+17)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    111,886 miles
    Test number
    502802807390
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMIL on
    • AdvisoryOff side rear & near side rear inner wheel arch/chassis area's corroded & holed at rear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail111,869 miles (+1,287)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,869 miles
    Test number
    227744464653
    • MajorBraking system leaking Brake servo hose/pipe leaking where joins engine (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch/chassis area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch/chassis area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMIL on
    • AdvisoryOff side rear & near side rear inner wheel arch/chassis area's corroded & holed at rear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass110,582 miles (+1,234)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    110,582 miles
    Test number
    455297569646
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass109,348 miles (+2,129)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    109,348 miles
    Test number
    205341033070
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMIL on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder body very dirty making full inspection difficult

  6. Pass107,219 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    107,219 miles
    Test number
    857091428374
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail107,219 miles (+1,968)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,219 miles
    Test number
    980050314994
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass105,251 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    105,251 miles
    Test number
    258741036707
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi Joint (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail105,251 miles (+2,405)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,251 miles
    Test number
    892967923180
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi Joint (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass102,846 miles (+1,810)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    102,846 miles
    Test number
    530891576729
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Back Box Deteriated.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Crossmember (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear slight imbalance on Handbrake.

  11. Pass101,036 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    101,036 miles
    Test number
    294392949715
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail101,035 miles (+2,860)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,035 miles
    Test number
    304345159134
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass98,175 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    98,175 miles
    Test number
    128914600324
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe /rear exhaust corroded outer casing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake slower in application
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged on n/s below 40mm

  14. Fail98,173 miles (+2,384)2 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,173 miles
    Test number
    274768394408
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished and cut inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut centre of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction light on dash (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall bulge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe /rear exhaust corroded outer casing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake slower in application
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged on n/s below 40mm

  15. Pass95,789 miles (+2,627)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    95,789 miles
    Test number
    817707563196
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  16. Pass93,162 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    93,162 miles
    Test number
    200213370440
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail93,162 miles (+2,486)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,162 miles
    Test number
    373234243322
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported rear exhaust clamp deteriorated and fouling on brake hose (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass90,676 miles (+1,314)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    90,676 miles
    Test number
    248533385348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass89,362 miles (+5,786)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    89,362 miles
    Test number
    868282325282
    • NoteAdvise sill covers fitted

  20. Pass83,576 miles (+4,913)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    83,576 miles
    Test number
    349033424426
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass78,663 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    78,663 miles
    Test number
    209331223285
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail78,659 miles (+6,318)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,659 miles
    Test number
    836290823269
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass72,341 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    72,341 miles
    Test number
    218485202286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Fail72,340 miles (+7,698)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,340 miles
    Test number
    169235302296
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass64,642 miles (+5,149)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    64,642 miles
    Test number
    347761101226
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre side wall cut not to cord

  26. Pass59,493 miles (+5,919)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    59,493 miles
    Test number
    300636410258
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass53,574 miles (+6,188)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    53,574 miles
    Test number
    353035629291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass47,386 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    47,386 miles
    Test number
    312666028255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail47,384 miles (+10,895)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,384 miles
    Test number
    752174528214
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass36,489 miles (+9,959)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    36,489 miles
    Test number
    774481227279
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass26,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    26,530 miles
    Test number
    621699726257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 XTX

Does LF52 XTX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 XTX expired on 23 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 XTX?
The MOT on LF52 XTX expired on 23 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 XTX done?
LF52 XTX was recorded at 112,827 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 4,276 miles a year.
Has LF52 XTX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 XTX has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LF52 XTX 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 XTX find?
LF52 XTX failed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 2 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front service brake excessively binding; offside front service brake excessively binding; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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