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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,800 cc

LM54 VELMOT history

LM54 VEL is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 17 Feb 2005. Its MOT is valid until 30 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 94,904 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2025.

LM54 VEL blue Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Saab 9-3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Nov 2026
Mileage
94,904 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,909 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 VEL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 VEL was last recorded at 94,904 miles on 1 Dec 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,903 miles · 21 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,909 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,904 miles
  • 2024 – 79,374 miles
  • 2023 – 65,607 miles
  • 2022 – 61,544 miles
  • 2021 – 58,770 miles
  • 2020 – 55,747 miles
  • 2019 – 51,095 miles
  • 2017 – 50,316 miles
  • 2016 – 43,115 miles
  • 2015 – 40,203 miles
  • 2014 – 28,917 miles
  • 2013 – 26,461 miles
  • 2012 – 23,393 miles
  • 2011 – 17,557 miles
  • 2010 – 12,187 miles
  • 2009 – 10,414 miles
  • 2008 – 7,268 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,904 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 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.

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,904 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    94,904 miles
    Test number
    949146239115
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail94,903 miles (+15,529)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,903 miles
    Test number
    393580746920
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass79,374 miles (+13,767)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    79,374 miles
    Test number
    116145817482
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Play at both rear wheels (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass65,607 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    65,607 miles
    Test number
    576859579807
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail65,607 miles (+4,063)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,607 miles
    Test number
    793281043560
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass61,544 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    61,544 miles
    Test number
    278375281090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail61,544 miles (+2,774)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,544 miles
    Test number
    911451278493
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  8. Pass58,770 miles (+3,023)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    58,770 miles
    Test number
    518176200626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass55,747 miles (+2,127)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    55,747 miles
    Test number
    690043102939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass53,620 miles (+2,525)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    53,620 miles
    Test number
    775584659590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass51,095 miles (+779)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    51,095 miles
    Test number
    421679338931
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre getting low on tread

  12. Pass50,316 miles (+29)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    50,316 miles
    Test number
    393353315469
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  13. Fail50,287 miles (+3,992)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,287 miles
    Test number
    956923876922
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear door inoperative from inside vehicle
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  14. Pass46,295 miles (+3,180)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    46,295 miles
    Test number
    939149178261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    43,115 miles
    Test number
    386865032979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail43,115 miles (+2,912)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,115 miles
    Test number
    325167571526
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass40,203 miles (+11,286)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    40,203 miles
    Test number
    176994225074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,917 miles (+2,456)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    28,917 miles
    Test number
    705248014076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,461 miles (+3,068)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    26,461 miles
    Test number
    415042213068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,393 miles (+5,836)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    23,393 miles
    Test number
    316638212037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNearside front mirror inscure

  21. Pass17,557 miles (+5,370)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    17,557 miles
    Test number
    758632021086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,187 miles (+1,773)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    12,187 miles
    Test number
    812267120016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass10,414 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    10,414 miles
    Test number
    221340639059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail10,414 miles (+3,146)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,414 miles
    Test number
    373300739032
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass7,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    7,268 miles
    Test number
    121444128067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 VEL

Does LM54 VEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 VEL is valid until 30 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM54 VEL?
The MOT on LM54 VEL is valid until 30 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 VEL done?
LM54 VEL was recorded at 94,904 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2025, an average of 4,909 miles a year.
Has LM54 VEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 VEL has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LM54 VEL 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 LM54 VEL find?
LM54 VEL passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: front exhaust mounting defective; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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