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Saab 9-3

Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,998 cc

LR05 MRVMOT history

LR05 MRV is a red petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 12 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 6 Aug 2026 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 146,511 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2025.

LR05 MRV red Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Aug 2026
Mileage
146,511 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2025
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,880 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 MRV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 May 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 MRV was last recorded at 146,511 miles on 7 Aug 2025, 2,819 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,692 miles · 6 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
2,819 miles
Average per year
6,880 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 146,511 miles
  • 2024 – 143,692 miles
  • 2023 – 140,295 miles
  • 2022 – 138,337 miles
  • 2021 – 132,691 miles
  • 2019 – 124,657 miles
  • 2018 – 116,330 miles
  • 2017 – 110,592 miles
  • 2016 – 104,745 miles
  • 2015 – 95,892 miles
  • 2014 – 87,721 miles
  • 2013 – 79,330 miles
  • 2012 – 70,983 miles
  • 2011 – 61,024 miles
  • 2010 – 50,324 miles
  • 2009 – 38,704 miles
  • 2008 – 27,878 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,511 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) play in inner tie rod drumstick
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive crankshaft pulley area

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,511 miles (+2,819)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    146,511 miles
    Test number
    770772592576
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) play in inner tie rod drumstick
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass143,692 miles (+3,397)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    143,692 miles
    Test number
    711299480300
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive crankshaft pulley area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass140,295 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    140,295 miles
    Test number
    200117501263
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive crankshaft pulley area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail140,294 miles (+1,957)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,294 miles
    Test number
    256137307259
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn upper arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn upper arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip passenger side of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive crankshaft pulley area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass138,337 miles (+5,646)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    138,337 miles
    Test number
    412115042873
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view central of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass132,691 miles (+8,034)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    132,691 miles
    Test number
    433552624299
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper arm outer bush(hub bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper arm outer bush(hub bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass124,657 miles (+8,327)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    124,657 miles
    Test number
    709567504522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass116,330 miles (+5,738)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2019
    Odometer
    116,330 miles
    Test number
    710777981247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  9. Pass110,592 miles (+5,847)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    110,592 miles
    Test number
    818070069290
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  10. Pass104,745 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    104,745 miles
    Test number
    254825806174
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Fail104,745 miles (+8,853)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,745 miles
    Test number
    728498360672
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass95,892 miles (+8,171)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    95,892 miles
    Test number
    138640225139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s headlight worn poor beam image
    • NoteUneven application front brakes
  13. Pass87,721 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    87,721 miles
    Test number
    529444814117
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay to o/s & n/s rear wheels
    • NoteTrace oil o/s front inner c v boot
  14. Fail87,721 miles (+8,391)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,721 miles
    Test number
    709664514127
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay to o/s & n/s rear wheels
    • NoteTrace oil o/s front inner c v boot
  15. Pass79,330 miles (+8,347)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    79,330 miles
    Test number
    445381423150
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. Pass70,983 miles (+9,959)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    70,983 miles
    Test number
    279130332112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,024 miles (+10,700)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    61,024 miles
    Test number
    106927521195
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear tyres worn on inner edges
  18. Pass50,324 miles (+11,620)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    50,324 miles
    Test number
    241333410179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,704 miles (+10,826)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    38,704 miles
    Test number
    410887229133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    27,878 miles
    Test number
    600381138167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 MRV

Does LR05 MRV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 MRV expired on 6 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 MRV?
The MOT on LR05 MRV expired on 6 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 MRV done?
LR05 MRV was recorded at 146,511 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2025, an average of 6,880 miles a year.
Has LR05 MRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 MRV has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LR05 MRV 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 MRV find?
LR05 MRV passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s) play in inner tie rod drumstick, and 1 more.

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