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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,998 cc

LM04 YMAMOT history

LM04 YMA is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 26 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 12 Sept 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 133,396 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Sept 2024
Mileage
133,396 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,334 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM04 YMA
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
26 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM04 YMA was last recorded at 133,396 miles on 30 Sept 2024, 6,668 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,728 miles · 13 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
6,668 miles
Average per year
6,334 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 133,396 miles
  • 2023 – 126,728 miles
  • 2022 – 121,649 miles
  • 2021 – 117,132 miles
  • 2020 – 113,129 miles
  • 2019 – 108,070 miles
  • 2018 – 102,651 miles
  • 2017 – 96,882 miles
  • 2016 – 92,783 miles
  • 2015 – 83,001 miles
  • 2014 – 75,992 miles
  • 2013 – 66,146 miles
  • 2012 – 57,967 miles
  • 2011 – 46,498 miles
  • 2010 – 43,999 miles
  • 2009 – 39,965 miles
  • 2008 – 35,856 miles
  • 2007 – 23,486 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail133,396 miles
  • DangerousCentral Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected TOP MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/R17 (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected TOP MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn FRONT CONTROL ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn FRONT CONTROL ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45/R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail133,396 miles (+6,668)5 dangerous5 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,396 miles
    Test number
    546547200005
    • DangerousCentral Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected TOP MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/R17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected TOP MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn FRONT CONTROL ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn FRONT CONTROL ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45/R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass126,728 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    126,728 miles
    Test number
    427440780833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail126,724 miles (+5,075)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,724 miles
    Test number
    104152335279
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced out rigger (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced out rigger (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass121,649 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    121,649 miles
    Test number
    496298938978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail121,597 miles (+4,465)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,597 miles
    Test number
    837229852147
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass117,132 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    117,132 miles
    Test number
    553790451214
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  7. Fail117,132 miles (+23)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,132 miles
    Test number
    481840295632
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  8. Fail117,109 miles (+3,980)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,109 miles
    Test number
    251623218013
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  9. Pass113,129 miles (+92)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    113,129 miles
    Test number
    941695996136
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail113,037 miles (+4,967)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,037 miles
    Test number
    909641080089
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened both sides shock absorber top mounting broken (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass108,070 miles (+5,419)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    108,070 miles
    Test number
    283701604344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass102,651 miles (+5,769)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    102,651 miles
    Test number
    566852435118
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass96,882 miles (+4,099)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    96,882 miles
    Test number
    174140041312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass92,783 miles (+200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    92,783 miles
    Test number
    184961095870
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail92,583 miles (+9,582)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,583 miles
    Test number
    219422390376
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass83,001 miles (+7,009)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    83,001 miles
    Test number
    710030643484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass75,992 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    75,992 miles
    Test number
    556344194247
    • NotePlay in n/s/r wheel

  18. Fail75,992 miles (+9,846)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,992 miles
    Test number
    466954794237
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in n/s/r wheel

  19. Pass66,146 miles (+8,179)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    66,146 miles
    Test number
    958058943201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass57,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    57,967 miles
    Test number
    959504932220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail57,967 miles (+11,469)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,967 miles
    Test number
    389874932465
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  22. Pass46,498 miles (+2,499)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    46,498 miles
    Test number
    158425731008
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking on tread

  23. Pass43,999 miles (+4,034)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    43,999 miles
    Test number
    834089130053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,965 miles (+4,109)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    39,965 miles
    Test number
    380628949092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,856 miles (+12,370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    35,856 miles
    Test number
    970383858056
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass23,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    23,486 miles
    Test number
    692335247193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM04 YMA

Does LM04 YMA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM04 YMA expired on 12 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM04 YMA?
The MOT on LM04 YMA expired on 12 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM04 YMA done?
LM04 YMA was recorded at 133,396 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2024, an average of 6,334 miles a year.
Has LM04 YMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM04 YMA has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LM04 YMA 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 LM04 YMA find?
LM04 YMA failed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2024 with 5 dangerous defects, 5 major defects, 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: central front track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected top mount; nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/r17, and 15 more.

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