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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,998 cc

LK04 YKMMOT history

LK04 YKM is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 10 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 92,612 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
92,612 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,746 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK04 YKM
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
10 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK04 YKM was last recorded at 92,612 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 5,319 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,293 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,319 miles
Average per year
3,746 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,612 miles
  • 2025 – 87,293 miles
  • 2024 – 82,382 miles
  • 2023 – 76,422 miles
  • 2022 – 74,690 miles
  • 2020 – 71,909 miles
  • 2019 – 66,136 miles
  • 2018 – 64,011 miles
  • 2017 – 61,465 miles
  • 2016 – 57,639 miles
  • 2015 – 55,077 miles
  • 2013 – 50,187 miles
  • 2012 – 46,151 miles
  • 2011 – 42,757 miles
  • 2010 – 34,690 miles
  • 2009 – 31,545 miles
  • 2008 – 26,902 miles
  • 2007 – 20,850 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,612 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,612 miles (+5,319)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    92,612 miles
    Test number
    634618688857
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass87,293 miles (+21)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    87,293 miles
    Test number
    951107262755
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail87,272 miles (+4,890)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,272 miles
    Test number
    519728873033
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass82,382 miles (+5,960)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    82,382 miles
    Test number
    106361827653
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Handbrake cable guide broken but not affecting operation
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass76,422 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    76,422 miles
    Test number
    534045795181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail76,412 miles (+1,722)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,412 miles
    Test number
    839630838222
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass74,690 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    74,690 miles
    Test number
    372025398157
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slightly Faded (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail74,690 miles (+2,781)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,690 miles
    Test number
    302121736157
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slightly Faded (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass71,909 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    71,909 miles
    Test number
    269853649248
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail71,909 miles (+5,773)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,909 miles
    Test number
    452939919827
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass66,136 miles (+2,125)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    66,136 miles
    Test number
    634491572618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,011 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    64,011 miles
    Test number
    706762126243
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slightly perished

  13. Fail64,011 miles (+2,546)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,011 miles
    Test number
    520485231909
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slightly perished

  14. Pass61,465 miles (+3,826)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    61,465 miles
    Test number
    627275673131
    • AdvisoryOff side rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass57,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    57,639 miles
    Test number
    625232695080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail57,639 miles (+2,562)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,639 miles
    Test number
    959336600038
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass55,077 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    55,077 miles
    Test number
    569027305124
    • Note225/45R17 91W
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to perish

  18. Fail55,077 miles (+4,890)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,077 miles
    Test number
    897146105188
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Note225/45R17 91W
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to perish

  19. Pass50,187 miles (+4,036)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    50,187 miles
    Test number
    146250553366
    • NoteTested under wet conditions

  20. Pass46,151 miles (+3,394)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    46,151 miles
    Test number
    857670342307
    • NoteNear side head light chipped

  21. Fail42,757 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,757 miles
    Test number
    155197441368
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass42,757 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    42,757 miles
    Test number
    459017641366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail42,755 miles (+8,065)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,755 miles
    Test number
    438416141455
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass34,690 miles (+3,145)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2011
    Odometer
    34,690 miles
    Test number
    653914200101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,545 miles (+4,643)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2010
    Odometer
    31,545 miles
    Test number
    482009629194
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass26,902 miles (+6,052)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2009
    Odometer
    26,902 miles
    Test number
    581451438135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass20,850 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    20,850 miles
    Test number
    842690937189
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LK04 YKM

Does LK04 YKM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK04 YKM is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK04 YKM?
The MOT on LK04 YKM is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK04 YKM done?
LK04 YKM was recorded at 92,612 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 3,746 miles a year.
Has LK04 YKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK04 YKM has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LK04 YKM 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 YKM find?
LK04 YKM passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear coil spring corroded.

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