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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,998 cc

LK04 KAUMOT history

LK04 KAU is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 29 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 28 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 53,449 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Feb 2027
Mileage
53,449 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,306 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK04 KAU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK04 KAU was last recorded at 53,449 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 668 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,781 miles · 19 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
668 miles
Average per year
2,306 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,449 miles
  • 2025 – 52,781 miles
  • 2024 – 50,060 miles
  • 2023 – 49,657 miles
  • 2022 – 47,178 miles
  • 2021 – 44,460 miles
  • 2020 – 42,175 miles
  • 2019 – 41,603 miles
  • 2018 – 41,285 miles
  • 2017 – 40,226 miles
  • 2016 – 39,248 miles
  • 2015 – 38,163 miles
  • 2014 – 35,658 miles
  • 2013 – 31,216 miles
  • 2012 – 28,221 miles
  • 2011 – 24,048 miles
  • 2010 – 19,484 miles
  • 2009 – 15,891 miles
  • 2008 – 13,112 miles
  • 2007 – 9,700 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,449 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened track rod end (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake hose mounting component corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened track rod end (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering fluid cap washer/seal deteriorated

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 Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 24 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,449 miles (+668)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    53,449 miles
    Test number
    267175730570
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened track rod end (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake hose mounting component corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened track rod end (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid cap washer/seal deteriorated

  2. Pass52,781 miles (+2,721)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    52,781 miles
    Test number
    354218643792
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside & nearside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass50,060 miles (+403)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    50,060 miles
    Test number
    411083799040
    • AdvisoryOil dip stick missing.

  4. Pass49,657 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    49,657 miles
    Test number
    468626355430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail49,656 miles (+2,478)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,656 miles
    Test number
    290996751064
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass47,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    47,178 miles
    Test number
    659475787619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail47,178 miles (+2,718)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,178 miles
    Test number
    896631874268
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass44,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    44,460 miles
    Test number
    749124785915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail44,459 miles (+2,284)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,459 miles
    Test number
    976597574621
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp main beam switch difficult to keep in on position.

  10. Pass42,175 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    42,175 miles
    Test number
    429712043970
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Fail42,174 miles (+571)2 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,174 miles
    Test number
    421693395622
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass41,603 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    41,603 miles
    Test number
    801420983021
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cut on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail41,603 miles (+318)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,603 miles
    Test number
    990806468903
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cut on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass41,285 miles (+1,059)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    41,285 miles
    Test number
    404743505259
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have uneven thread pattern
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has minor side wall damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass40,226 miles (+978)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    40,226 miles
    Test number
    631458173134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have badly uneven tread pattern
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has small damage outer sidewall

  16. Pass39,248 miles (+1,085)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    39,248 miles
    Test number
    942955597980
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have uneven tread pattern

  17. Pass38,163 miles (+2,505)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    38,163 miles
    Test number
    755631745081
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre inner tread has a unevenly worn tread pattern
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inner tread has a unevenly worn tread pattern

  18. Pass35,658 miles (+4,442)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    35,658 miles
    Test number
    665992744015
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge (stepped)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge (stepped)

  19. Pass31,216 miles (+2,995)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    31,216 miles
    Test number
    326225143084
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass28,221 miles (+4,173)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    28,221 miles
    Test number
    598590962050
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cut to outer sidewall (not showing cords)
    • NoteOffside front tyre has cut to outer sidewall (not showing cords)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has uneven tread on inner edge

  21. Pass24,048 miles (+4,564)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    24,048 miles
    Test number
    745223151031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,484 miles (+3,593)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    19,484 miles
    Test number
    840643650015
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Fail15,891 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,891 miles
    Test number
    620285759091
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass15,891 miles (+2,779)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    15,891 miles
    Test number
    990205359062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass13,112 miles (+3,412)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    13,112 miles
    Test number
    101890758498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass9,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    9,700 miles
    Test number
    812305357000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK04 KAU

Does LK04 KAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK04 KAU is valid until 28 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK04 KAU?
The MOT on LK04 KAU is valid until 28 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK04 KAU done?
LK04 KAU was recorded at 53,449 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 2,306 miles a year.
Has LK04 KAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK04 KAU has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LK04 KAU 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 KAU find?
LK04 KAU passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 14 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front outer suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened track rod end; nearside front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber, and 11 more.

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