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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LR05 MLOMOT history

LR05 MLO is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 25 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 147,489 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

LR05 MLO black 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 4 May 2027
Mileage
147,489 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,577 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 MLO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 MLO was last recorded at 147,489 miles on 5 May 2026, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,462 miles · 20 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
6,577 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,489 miles
  • 2025 – 145,001 miles
  • 2024 – 141,090 miles
  • 2023 – 137,021 miles
  • 2022 – 134,640 miles
  • 2021 – 130,445 miles
  • 2020 – 127,867 miles
  • 2019 – 122,530 miles
  • 2018 – 118,934 miles
  • 2017 – 113,284 miles
  • 2016 – 105,300 miles
  • 2015 – 96,904 miles
  • 2014 – 86,480 miles
  • 2013 – 78,097 miles
  • 2012 – 68,156 miles
  • 2011 – 58,717 miles
  • 2010 – 48,581 miles
  • 2009 – 37,652 miles
  • 2008 – 28,867 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,489 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

31 tests since 21 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,489 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    147,489 miles
    Test number
    281662618875
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail147,462 miles (+2,461)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,462 miles
    Test number
    712541647667
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass145,001 miles (+3,911)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    145,001 miles
    Test number
    510970815084
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass141,090 miles (+4,069)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    141,090 miles
    Test number
    132162189096
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing BOTH REAR SHOCKS HAS SLIGHTLY CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass137,021 miles (+184)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    137,021 miles
    Test number
    468867271322
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail136,837 miles (+2,197)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,837 miles
    Test number
    338440088596
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass134,640 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    134,640 miles
    Test number
    662531731301
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail134,640 miles (+4,195)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,640 miles
    Test number
    536848638669
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass130,445 miles (+171)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    130,445 miles
    Test number
    229924361679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail130,274 miles (+2,407)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,274 miles
    Test number
    872722514442
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass127,867 miles (+25)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    127,867 miles
    Test number
    564413392225
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f top strut mounting/bearings noisy when turning steering
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover on n/s/ and o/s outer sill
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield above exhaust insecure/rattling

  12. Fail127,842 miles (+5,312)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,842 miles
    Test number
    499008476409
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f top strut mounting/bearings noisy when turning steering
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover on n/s/ and o/s outer sill
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield above exhaust insecure/rattling

  13. Pass122,530 miles (+3,596)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    122,530 miles
    Test number
    242159014275
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f suspension coil spring rubbing inner wing when suspension hanging/jacked up
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure/resting on exhaust system rattling

  14. Pass118,934 miles (+5,650)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    118,934 miles
    Test number
    400691298988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass113,284 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    113,284 miles
    Test number
    478706613415
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Fail113,284 miles (+7,984)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,284 miles
    Test number
    294999194239
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass105,300 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    105,300 miles
    Test number
    965030777831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail105,293 miles (+8,389)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,293 miles
    Test number
    330015909622
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass96,904 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    96,904 miles
    Test number
    188399885166
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail96,904 miles (+10,424)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,904 miles
    Test number
    258038685102
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass86,480 miles (+8,383)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    86,480 miles
    Test number
    885825584199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass78,097 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    78,097 miles
    Test number
    525783393139
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  23. Fail78,097 miles (+9,941)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,097 miles
    Test number
    997683593182
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  24. Pass68,156 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    68,156 miles
    Test number
    365979992119
    • 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)
    • NoteAll four tyres worn on both edges
    • NoteOffside rear parking brake arm on caliper does not return to stop

  25. Fail68,156 miles (+9,439)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,156 miles
    Test number
    677039892184
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteAll four tyres worn on both edges
    • NoteOffside rear parking brake arm on caliper does not return to stop

  26. Pass58,717 miles (+6)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    58,717 miles
    Test number
    598725821100
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake discs badly worn and some pitting

  27. Fail58,711 miles (+10,130)6 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,711 miles
    Test number
    425847411187
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs badly worn
    • NoteRear brake discs badly worn and some pitting

  28. Fail48,581 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,581 miles
    Test number
    234364000482
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  29. Pass48,581 miles (+10,929)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    48,581 miles
    Test number
    654964200149
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  30. Pass37,652 miles (+8,785)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    37,652 miles
    Test number
    480126999000
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront registration plate delaminating
    • NoteRear registration plate delaminating

  31. Pass28,867 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    28,867 miles
    Test number
    254642718151
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LR05 MLO

Does LR05 MLO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 MLO is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 MLO?
The MOT on LR05 MLO is valid until 4 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 MLO done?
LR05 MLO was recorded at 147,489 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 6,577 miles a year.
Has LR05 MLO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 MLO has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LR05 MLO 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 LR05 MLO find?
LR05 MLO passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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