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Saab 9-3

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LR08 FWVMOT history

LR08 FWV is a grey diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 22 Jan 2025 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 106,315 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jan 2024.

LR08 FWV grey 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 22 Jan 2025
Mileage
106,315 mi
At MOT on 18 Jan 2024
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,065 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 FWV
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
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 FWV was last recorded at 106,315 miles on 18 Jan 2024, 7,558 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,757 miles · 23 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
7,558 miles
Average per year
6,065 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 106,315 miles
  • 2023 – 98,757 miles
  • 2021 – 89,650 miles
  • 2020 – 81,885 miles
  • 2019 – 80,104 miles
  • 2018 – 78,070 miles
  • 2017 – 74,265 miles
  • 2016 – 67,691 miles
  • 2015 – 59,785 miles
  • 2014 – 52,545 miles
  • 2013 – 44,792 miles
  • 2012 – 35,169 miles
  • 2011 – 28,071 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,315 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

16 tests since 23 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,315 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    106,315 miles
    Test number
    748785370391
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail106,315 miles (+7,558)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,315 miles
    Test number
    172557014477
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass98,757 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    98,757 miles
    Test number
    741611529455
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail98,757 miles (+9,107)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,757 miles
    Test number
    888686888138
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass89,650 miles (+650)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    89,650 miles
    Test number
    312557901878
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail89,000 miles (+7,115)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,000 miles
    Test number
    369710601502
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass81,885 miles (+1,781)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    81,885 miles
    Test number
    669671041327
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted

  8. Pass80,104 miles (+2,034)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    80,104 miles
    Test number
    832514607549
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre distorted
    • AdvisoryOffside registration lamp inoperative

  9. Pass78,070 miles (+3,805)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    78,070 miles
    Test number
    391056377508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass74,265 miles (+6,574)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    74,265 miles
    Test number
    529200983558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,691 miles (+7,906)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    67,691 miles
    Test number
    786984698920
    • 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)

  12. Pass59,785 miles (+7,240)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    59,785 miles
    Test number
    177924555003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,545 miles (+7,753)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    52,545 miles
    Test number
    278805654047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass44,792 miles (+9,623)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    44,792 miles
    Test number
    779707453001
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass35,169 miles (+7,098)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    35,169 miles
    Test number
    878971152033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,071 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    28,071 miles
    Test number
    188524051055
    • NoteBonnet safty catch seized

Questions about LR08 FWV

Does LR08 FWV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 FWV expired on 22 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 FWV?
The MOT on LR08 FWV expired on 22 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 FWV done?
LR08 FWV was recorded at 106,315 miles at its MOT on 18 Jan 2024, an average of 6,065 miles a year.
Has LR08 FWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 FWV has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LR08 FWV 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 FWV find?
LR08 FWV passed its latest MOT on 18 Jan 2024 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated; rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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