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Saab 9-3 Linear 150 BHP

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LR55 GJYMOT history

LR55 GJY is a black petrol Saab 9-3 Linear 150 BHP first used on 15 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 90,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

LR55 GJY 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 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
90,167 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,919 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 GJY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3 Linear 150 BHP
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 GJY was last recorded at 90,167 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 4,584 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,583 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,584 miles
Average per year
3,919 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,167 miles
  • 2025 – 85,583 miles
  • 2024 – 81,061 miles
  • 2022 – 77,947 miles
  • 2020 – 77,698 miles
  • 2018 – 70,361 miles
  • 2017 – 63,660 miles
  • 2016 – 62,462 miles
  • 2015 – 58,981 miles
  • 2014 – 55,536 miles
  • 2013 – 51,632 miles
  • 2012 – 50,168 miles
  • 2011 – 44,571 miles
  • 2010 – 38,008 miles
  • 2009 – 31,165 miles
  • 2008 – 22,210 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,167 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside front brake looks to of got hot/brake pads detieoreated
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak
  • AdvisoryRear brake pads low

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.

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

    Minor6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Valve stem slightly damaged o/s & n/s perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged valve perishing & tyre wearing low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,167 miles (+4,584)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    90,167 miles
    Test number
    604866464149
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake looks to of got hot/brake pads detieoreated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low

  2. Pass85,583 miles (+4,522)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    85,583 miles
    Test number
    468945707402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass81,061 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    81,061 miles
    Test number
    973750057405
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Valve stem slightly damaged o/s & n/s perishing (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged valve perishing & tyre wearing low (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail81,060 miles (+3,113)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,060 miles
    Test number
    563584721957
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect o/s & n/s (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Valve stem slightly damaged o/s & n/s perishing (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged valve perishing & tyre wearing low (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass77,947 miles (+8)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    77,947 miles
    Test number
    455110480651
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Fail77,939 miles (+241)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,939 miles
    Test number
    853269782321
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working no noise from pump (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass77,698 miles (+260)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    77,698 miles
    Test number
    849904569990
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Fail77,438 miles (+7,077)1 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,438 miles
    Test number
    378083294721
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Pass70,361 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    70,361 miles
    Test number
    903448452744
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides. (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Fail70,361 miles (+6,701)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,361 miles
    Test number
    303369520845
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides. (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass63,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    63,660 miles
    Test number
    986567328390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail63,660 miles (+1,198)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,660 miles
    Test number
    516239872614
    • Repaired at testFront Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

  13. Pass62,462 miles (+80)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    62,462 miles
    Test number
    149124934348
    • AdvisoryBoth front and offside rear tyre valves perishing
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3.5mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail62,382 miles (+3,401)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,382 miles
    Test number
    116747194433
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front and offside rear tyre valves perishing
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3.5mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass58,981 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    58,981 miles
    Test number
    667865425157
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail58,970 miles (+3,434)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,970 miles
    Test number
    176451325194
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass55,536 miles (+3,904)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    55,536 miles
    Test number
    816640524127
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSmall play in o/s & n/s rear suspension bushes
    • NoteVehicle struggled to pass emissions test

  18. Pass51,632 miles (+1,464)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    51,632 miles
    Test number
    759997423188
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass50,168 miles (+5,597)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    50,168 miles
    Test number
    726707802348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,571 miles (+6,563)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    44,571 miles
    Test number
    279968701388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,008 miles (+6,843)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    38,008 miles
    Test number
    844291700391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,165 miles (+8,955)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    31,165 miles
    Test number
    312752599281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    22,210 miles
    Test number
    431073308360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 GJY

Does LR55 GJY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 GJY is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 GJY?
The MOT on LR55 GJY is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 GJY done?
LR55 GJY was recorded at 90,167 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 3,919 miles a year.
Has LR55 GJY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 GJY has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LR55 GJY 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 LR55 GJY find?
LR55 GJY passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: both rear tyres perished; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; nearside front brake looks to of got hot/brake pads detieoreated, and 3 more.

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