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Saab 9-3

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,998 cc

LL04 VDFMOT history

LL04 VDF is a red petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 27 Mar 2004. Its MOT expired on 25 Feb 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 197,996 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Feb 2023
Mileage
197,996 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2022
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,311 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 VDF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL04 VDF was last recorded at 197,996 miles on 19 Feb 2022, 6,504 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,492 miles · 30 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
6,504 miles
Average per year
11,311 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 197,996 miles
  • 2021 – 191,492 miles
  • 2020 – 188,225 miles
  • 2018 – 179,272 miles
  • 2017 – 164,418 miles
  • 2016 – 149,218 miles
  • 2015 – 131,958 miles
  • 2014 – 116,167 miles
  • 2013 – 100,032 miles
  • 2012 – 85,261 miles
  • 2011 – 68,991 miles
  • 2010 – 59,735 miles
  • 2009 – 49,583 miles
  • 2008 – 40,814 miles
  • 2007 – 29,254 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,996 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Underneath (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 front tyre no tread outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass197,996 miles (+6,504)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    197,996 miles
    Test number
    835545197133
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Underneath (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass191,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    191,492 miles
    Test number
    596751458082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail191,492 miles (+3,267)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,492 miles
    Test number
    274098570237
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass188,225 miles (+8,953)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    188,225 miles
    Test number
    353131846745
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished in tread
  5. Pass179,272 miles (+14,854)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    179,272 miles
    Test number
    286116255215
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre no tread outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake pads worn?
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing close to tread wear bars
  6. Pass164,418 miles (+15,200)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    164,418 miles
    Test number
    521609868740
    • AdvisoryDeep cut in nearside rear tyre tread
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn, wearing on outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre no tread outer edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryStrong advise play in offside rear suspension / hub area on solid ground
  7. Pass149,218 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    149,218 miles
    Test number
    493268164616
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp damaged but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
  8. Fail149,218 miles (+17,260)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,218 miles
    Test number
    700921602968
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp damaged but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
  9. Pass131,958 miles (+10)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    131,958 miles
    Test number
    758789405010
    • NoteNearside headlamp beam pattern weak at time of test.
  10. Fail131,948 miles (+15,781)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,948 miles
    Test number
    455718705031
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNearside headlamp beam pattern weak at time of test.
  11. Pass116,167 miles (+16,135)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    116,167 miles
    Test number
    888452504099
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  12. Pass100,032 miles (+14,771)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    100,032 miles
    Test number
    427542003061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass85,261 miles (+16,270)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    85,261 miles
    Test number
    115985522440
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  14. Pass68,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    68,991 miles
    Test number
    678231261011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail68,991 miles (+9,256)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,991 miles
    Test number
    378141661001
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
  16. Pass59,735 miles (+10,152)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    59,735 miles
    Test number
    431863360033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail49,583 miles6 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,583 miles
    Test number
    484473569071
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  18. Pass49,583 miles (+8,769)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    49,583 miles
    Test number
    680533069013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,814 miles (+11,560)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    40,814 miles
    Test number
    170781878421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,254 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    29,254 miles
    Test number
    133780187026
    • NoteAdvise rear brakes getting low †advise n s r tyre on 3mm

Questions about LL04 VDF

Does LL04 VDF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL04 VDF expired on 25 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL04 VDF?
The MOT on LL04 VDF expired on 25 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL04 VDF done?
LL04 VDF was recorded at 197,996 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2022, an average of 11,311 miles a year.
Has LL04 VDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 VDF has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LL04 VDF 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 LL04 VDF find?
LL04 VDF passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2022 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive underneath.

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