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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2011 · 1,998 cc

LR61 LXLMOT history

LR61 LXL is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 160,851 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

LR61 LXL blue 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 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
160,851 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
10,850 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR61 LXL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
30 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR61 LXL was last recorded at 160,851 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,847 miles · 20 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
10,850 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,851 miles
  • 2025 – 150,896 miles
  • 2024 – 132,948 miles
  • 2022 – 121,170 miles
  • 2021 – 113,334 miles
  • 2020 – 112,173 miles
  • 2019 – 103,647 miles
  • 2018 – 86,523 miles
  • 2017 – 73,632 miles
  • 2016 – 55,051 miles
  • 2015 – 40,850 miles
  • 2014 – 28,428 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,851 miles
  • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,851 miles (+4)4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    160,851 miles
    Test number
    529204636054
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail160,847 miles (+268)3 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,847 miles
    Test number
    816209620835
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail160,579 miles (+9,683)3 dangerous3 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,579 miles
    Test number
    169180575615
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass150,896 miles4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    150,896 miles
    Test number
    301231483555
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close legal limit and worn on in edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail150,896 miles (+17,948)4 major4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,896 miles
    Test number
    140232910978
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing nut missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close legal limit and worn on in edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass132,948 miles (+11,778)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    132,948 miles
    Test number
    447733421667
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass121,170 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    121,170 miles
    Test number
    668531682571
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Fail121,170 miles (+6,606)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,170 miles
    Test number
    391373474483
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass114,564 miles (+1,230)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    114,564 miles
    Test number
    693286042499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass113,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    113,334 miles
    Test number
    611879209960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail113,334 miles (+1,161)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,334 miles
    Test number
    800557684450
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass112,173 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    112,173 miles
    Test number
    156871508537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail112,173 miles (+8,526)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,173 miles
    Test number
    437194320841
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass103,647 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    103,647 miles
    Test number
    510196641900
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly corroded on inner faces

  15. Fail103,647 miles (+17,124)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,647 miles
    Test number
    785622538127
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly corroded on inner faces

  16. Pass86,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    86,523 miles
    Test number
    905855181275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail86,523 miles (+12,891)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,523 miles
    Test number
    324738207992
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  18. Pass73,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    73,632 miles
    Test number
    104574560749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail73,632 miles (+18,581)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,632 miles
    Test number
    553150848911
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass55,051 miles (+14,201)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    55,051 miles
    Test number
    853760441569
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn/perished

  21. Pass40,850 miles (+12,422)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    40,850 miles
    Test number
    347967365109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    28,428 miles
    Test number
    395420574104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail28,427 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,427 miles
    Test number
    946160374109
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR61 LXL

Does LR61 LXL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR61 LXL is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR61 LXL?
The MOT on LR61 LXL is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR61 LXL done?
LR61 LXL was recorded at 160,851 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 10,850 miles a year.
Has LR61 LXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR61 LXL has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LR61 LXL 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 LR61 LXL find?
LR61 LXL passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 4 minor defects and 1 advisory: front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both; nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning, and 2 more.

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