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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,985 cc

LP51 NHCMOT history

LP51 NHC is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 10 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 5 Mar 2024 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 115,550 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Mar 2024
Mileage
115,550 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2023
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,398 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP51 NHC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP51 NHC was last recorded at 115,550 miles on 6 Mar 2023, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,549 miles · 2 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,398 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 115,550 miles
  • 2019 – 115,229 miles
  • 2018 – 114,043 miles
  • 2016 – 111,517 miles
  • 2014 – 110,936 miles
  • 2013 – 102,780 miles
  • 2012 – 93,552 miles
  • 2011 – 89,524 miles
  • 2010 – 82,687 miles
  • 2008 – 73,129 miles
  • 2007 – 63,508 miles
  • 2006 – 59,272 miles
  • 2005 – 56,455 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,550 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,550 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    115,550 miles
    Test number
    227043290829
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail115,549 miles (+320)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,549 miles
    Test number
    551450644190
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak front down pipe 1st joint leaking (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass115,229 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    115,229 miles
    Test number
    518856039649
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail115,228 miles (+1,185)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,228 miles
    Test number
    155083884264
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass114,043 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    114,043 miles
    Test number
    289491440382
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  6. Fail114,042 miles (+2,525)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,042 miles
    Test number
    594570340986
    • FailureElectronic stability system switch faulty (3.4.5)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureEmissions not tested due to engine light on and poor running (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  7. Pass111,517 miles (+45)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    111,517 miles
    Test number
    998353451500
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail111,472 miles (+536)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,472 miles
    Test number
    297007338308
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail110,936 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,936 miles
    Test number
    195633234149
    • Repaired at testOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  10. Pass110,936 miles (+8,156)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    110,936 miles
    Test number
    367163934110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass102,780 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    102,780 miles
    Test number
    835264733188
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteRear exhaust corrosion

  12. Fail102,775 miles (+9,223)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,775 miles
    Test number
    126674433132
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteRear exhaust corrosion

  13. Pass93,552 miles (+4,028)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    93,552 miles
    Test number
    189698322051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass89,524 miles (+6,837)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    89,524 miles
    Test number
    476480861086
    • 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)

  15. Pass82,687 miles (+9,558)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    82,687 miles
    Test number
    841746930079
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass73,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    73,129 miles
    Test number
    832321858321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail73,113 miles (+9,605)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,113 miles
    Test number
    372181958329
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass63,508 miles (+4,236)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    63,508 miles
    Test number
    273616747366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,272 miles (+2,817)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    59,272 miles
    Test number
    222655836393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,455 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    56,455 miles
    Test number
    483137885210
    • NoteFront discs slight corrosion front no plate fadeing

Questions about LP51 NHC

Does LP51 NHC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP51 NHC expired on 5 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP51 NHC?
The MOT on LP51 NHC expired on 5 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP51 NHC done?
LP51 NHC was recorded at 115,550 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2023, an average of 3,398 miles a year.
Has LP51 NHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP51 NHC has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LP51 NHC 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 LP51 NHC find?
LP51 NHC passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside front service brake binding but not excessively; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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