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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LP08 VAUMOT history

LP08 VAU is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 28 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 17 Jul 2023 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 262,158 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2022.

LP08 VAU black Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Saab 9-3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Jul 2023
Mileage
262,158 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2022
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
13,897 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 VAU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 VAU was last recorded at 262,158 miles on 18 Jul 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
262,157 miles · 15 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
13,897 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 262,158 miles
  • 2020 – 248,259 miles
  • 2019 – 241,773 miles
  • 2018 – 238,665 miles
  • 2017 – 236,931 miles
  • 2016 – 229,753 miles
  • 2015 – 209,508 miles
  • 2014 – 189,469 miles
  • 2013 – 168,461 miles
  • 2012 – 147,383 miles
  • 2011 – 108,868 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass262,158 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 7 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass262,158 miles (+1)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    262,158 miles
    Test number
    901663617016
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail262,157 miles (+13,898)1 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    262,157 miles
    Test number
    317153436113
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass248,259 miles (+27)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    248,259 miles
    Test number
    116830284735
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryScrew in nearside rear tyre

  4. Fail248,232 miles1 dangerous6 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,232 miles
    Test number
    312104251933
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryScrew in nearside rear tyre

  5. Fail248,232 miles (+6,459)19 major5 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,232 miles
    Test number
    706531140993
    • MajorEmissions not tested too much oil showing on dipstick (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases around EGR pipe from exhaust manifold area (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer box missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking fuel filter by fuel tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low off the scale (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryScrew in tread of offside rear tyre

  6. Pass241,773 miles (+3,108)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    241,773 miles
    Test number
    879605034987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass238,665 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    238,665 miles
    Test number
    871329660341
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail238,664 miles (+1,733)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,664 miles
    Test number
    888561812913
    • 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 Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass236,931 miles (+7,178)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    236,931 miles
    Test number
    514435394673
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass229,753 miles (+20,245)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    229,753 miles
    Test number
    636441920179
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass209,508 miles (+20,039)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    209,508 miles
    Test number
    178891495194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass189,469 miles (+21,008)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    189,469 miles
    Test number
    165994604217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass168,461 miles (+21,078)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    168,461 miles
    Test number
    965573103209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass147,383 miles (+38,515)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    147,383 miles
    Test number
    467580812294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass108,868 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    108,868 miles
    Test number
    307578581138
    • NoteAll brake discs worn and lipped
    • NoteRear brake discs scored

Questions about LP08 VAU

Does LP08 VAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 VAU expired on 17 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 VAU?
The MOT on LP08 VAU expired on 17 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 VAU done?
LP08 VAU was recorded at 262,158 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2022, an average of 13,897 miles a year.
Has LP08 VAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 VAU has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LP08 VAU 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 LP08 VAU find?
LP08 VAU passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2022 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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