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Saab 9-3

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LR08 BNUMOT history

LR08 BNU is a grey diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 11 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 10 Mar 2023 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 161,470 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2022.

LR08 BNU grey Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Mar 2023
Mileage
161,470 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2022
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,928 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 BNU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 BNU was last recorded at 161,470 miles on 11 Mar 2022, 7,352 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,118 miles · 22 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
7,352 miles
Average per year
10,928 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 161,470 miles
  • 2021 – 154,118 miles
  • 2020 – 147,598 miles
  • 2019 – 125,575 miles
  • 2018 – 115,226 miles
  • 2017 – 107,527 miles
  • 2016 – 98,387 miles
  • 2015 – 86,358 miles
  • 2014 – 75,240 miles
  • 2013 – 65,595 miles
  • 2012 – 53,605 miles
  • 2011 – 41,405 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,470 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral exhaust shield slightly loose
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust heat shield loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance lens broke (1.4.A.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

18 tests since 16 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,470 miles (+7,352)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    161,470 miles
    Test number
    713183543184
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust shield slightly loose
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass154,118 miles (+40)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    154,118 miles
    Test number
    278039687121
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail154,078 miles (+6,480)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,078 miles
    Test number
    933696454069
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass147,598 miles (+22,023)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    147,598 miles
    Test number
    164744184346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass125,575 miles (+10,349)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    125,575 miles
    Test number
    283888572357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass115,226 miles (+78)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    115,226 miles
    Test number
    943703817288
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance lens broke (1.4.A.2e)

  7. Fail115,148 miles (+7,621)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,148 miles
    Test number
    575213263042
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose leaking banjo (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance lens broke (1.4.A.2e)

  8. Pass107,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    107,527 miles
    Test number
    223099775105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail107,527 miles (+9,140)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,527 miles
    Test number
    909970219909
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade split (aero blade) (8.2.2)

  10. Pass98,387 miles (+12,029)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    98,387 miles
    Test number
    530407943580
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  11. Pass86,358 miles (+11,118)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    86,358 miles
    Test number
    265644145067
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust heat shield loose

  12. Pass75,240 miles (+91)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    75,240 miles
    Test number
    658731744070
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail75,149 miles (+9,554)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,149 miles
    Test number
    139318634468
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass65,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    65,595 miles
    Test number
    279092243002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail65,587 miles (+11,982)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,587 miles
    Test number
    165542543070
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass53,605 miles (+12,200)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    53,605 miles
    Test number
    587702482043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,405 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    41,405 miles
    Test number
    129905071400
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail41,405 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,405 miles
    Test number
    369755071067
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LR08 BNU

Does LR08 BNU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 BNU expired on 10 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 BNU?
The MOT on LR08 BNU expired on 10 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 BNU done?
LR08 BNU was recorded at 161,470 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2022, an average of 10,928 miles a year.
Has LR08 BNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 BNU has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LR08 BNU 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 LR08 BNU find?
LR08 BNU passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2022 with 4 advisories: central exhaust shield slightly loose; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear nail in tyre, and 1 more.

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