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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 2,000 cc

LR54 SZLMOT history

LR54 SZL is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 21 Oct 2004. Its MOT expired on 17 Mar 2023 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 111,758 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Mar 2023
Mileage
111,758 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2022
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,346 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 SZL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
21 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR54 SZL was last recorded at 111,758 miles on 18 Mar 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,758 miles · 14 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,346 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 111,758 miles
  • 2018 – 106,581 miles
  • 2017 – 103,630 miles
  • 2016 – 89,117 miles
  • 2015 – 72,891 miles
  • 2014 – 65,954 miles
  • 2012 – 64,411 miles
  • 2011 – 60,173 miles
  • 2010 – 56,767 miles
  • 2009 – 48,967 miles
  • 2008 – 41,449 miles
  • 2007 – 34,667 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,758 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySide sill covers fittedRecorded 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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 16 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,758 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    111,758 miles
    Test number
    196266088237
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide sill covers fitted

  2. Fail111,758 miles (+5,177)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,758 miles
    Test number
    295550788810
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide sill covers fitted

  3. Pass106,581 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    106,581 miles
    Test number
    622513585614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail106,538 miles (+2,908)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,538 miles
    Test number
    771899237816
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass103,630 miles (+14,513)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    103,630 miles
    Test number
    253843064148
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner track rod small play

  6. Pass89,117 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    89,117 miles
    Test number
    215217504368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear upper suspension arm - outer bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear Brake Binding slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside rear Tyre perished on outer side wall
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake effort low

  7. Fail89,114 miles (+16,223)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,114 miles
    Test number
    677277359425
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear upper suspension arm - outer bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear Brake Binding slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside rear Tyre perished on outer side wall
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake effort low

  8. Pass72,891 miles (+170)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    72,891 miles
    Test number
    618017305135
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  9. Fail72,721 miles (+6,767)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,721 miles
    Test number
    246908795059
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass65,954 miles (+1,543)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    65,954 miles
    Test number
    625436474083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,411 miles (+4,238)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    64,411 miles
    Test number
    606402782236
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  12. Pass60,173 miles (+3,406)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    60,173 miles
    Test number
    366055781423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,767 miles (+7,800)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    56,767 miles
    Test number
    544392440360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,967 miles (+7,518)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    48,967 miles
    Test number
    404876539341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,449 miles (+6,782)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    41,449 miles
    Test number
    411675028460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,667 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    34,667 miles
    Test number
    604039487294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR54 SZL

Does LR54 SZL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR54 SZL expired on 17 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR54 SZL?
The MOT on LR54 SZL expired on 17 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR54 SZL done?
LR54 SZL was recorded at 111,758 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2022, an average of 5,346 miles a year.
Has LR54 SZL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 SZL has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LR54 SZL 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 LR54 SZL find?
LR54 SZL passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2022 with 3 advisories: offside rear coil spring corroded; oil leak, but not excessive; side sill covers fitted.

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