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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,998 cc

LK04 HVCMOT history

LK04 HVC is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Mar 2004. Its MOT expired on 19 May 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 124,570 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 19 May 2026
Mileage
124,570 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,872 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK04 HVC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 May 2026
Latest MOT test
20 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK04 HVC was last recorded at 124,570 miles on 20 May 2025, 1,266 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,304 miles · 8 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
1,266 miles
Average per year
5,872 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 124,570 miles
  • 2022 – 123,304 miles
  • 2020 – 122,429 miles
  • 2019 – 113,742 miles
  • 2018 – 103,827 miles
  • 2017 – 92,033 miles
  • 2016 – 81,214 miles
  • 2015 – 75,339 miles
  • 2014 – 74,808 miles
  • 2013 – 74,463 miles
  • 2012 – 64,253 miles
  • 2011 – 55,930 miles
  • 2010 – 47,190 miles
  • 2009 – 33,014 miles
  • 2008 – 22,632 miles
  • 2007 – 17,815 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,570 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Exhaust flexi broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Middle seat belt fitted and 3 extra belt stalks but no 3rd seat provided as only a 2 seater in the rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rattle from vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Underside of vehicle covered in oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,570 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    124,570 miles
    Test number
    195698442811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail124,570 miles (+1,266)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,570 miles
    Test number
    657325225128
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass123,304 miles (+875)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    123,304 miles
    Test number
    955387757204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass122,429 miles (+8,687)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    122,429 miles
    Test number
    355112231373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass113,742 miles (+9,915)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    113,742 miles
    Test number
    661469955252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass103,827 miles (+67)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    103,827 miles
    Test number
    162509820272
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi broken
    • AdvisoryMiddle seat belt fitted and 3 extra belt stalks but no 3rd seat provided as only a 2 seater in the rear
    • AdvisoryRattle from vehicle
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle covered in oil

  7. Fail103,760 miles (+212)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,760 miles
    Test number
    892298468552
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi broken
    • AdvisoryMiddle seat belt fitted and 3 extra belt stalks but no 3rd seat provided as only a 2 seater in the rear
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perishing and getting low
    • AdvisoryRattle from vehicle
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle covered in oil

  8. Fail103,548 miles (+11,515)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,548 miles
    Test number
    485716574119
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass92,033 miles (+10,819)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    92,033 miles
    Test number
    966719541068
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust down pipe flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass81,214 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    81,214 miles
    Test number
    754384459663
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail81,214 miles (+5,875)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,214 miles
    Test number
    875754579944
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryMajor oil leak

  12. Pass75,339 miles (+6)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    75,339 miles
    Test number
    227188005425
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Fail75,333 miles (+525)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,333 miles
    Test number
    836277805185
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass74,808 miles (+345)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    74,808 miles
    Test number
    377296444039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail74,463 miles (+10,210)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,463 miles
    Test number
    398925523279
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

  16. Pass64,253 miles (+8,323)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    64,253 miles
    Test number
    819798042213
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  17. Pass55,930 miles (+8,740)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    55,930 miles
    Test number
    248366091191
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front headlamp dim

  18. Pass47,190 miles (+14,176)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    47,190 miles
    Test number
    232841880130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,014 miles (+10,382)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    33,014 miles
    Test number
    551656589028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass22,632 miles (+4,817)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    22,632 miles
    Test number
    494673458048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,815 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    17,815 miles
    Test number
    870655877045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LK04 HVC

Does LK04 HVC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LK04 HVC expired on 19 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LK04 HVC?
The MOT on LK04 HVC expired on 19 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LK04 HVC done?
LK04 HVC was recorded at 124,570 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2025, an average of 5,872 miles a year.
Has LK04 HVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK04 HVC has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LK04 HVC 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 LK04 HVC find?
LK04 HVC passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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