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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,000 cc

LS05 LTJMOT history

LS05 LTJ is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 8 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 84,242 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

LS05 LTJ black Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
84,242 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,894 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 LTJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 LTJ was last recorded at 84,242 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 9,044 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,198 miles · 20 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
9,044 miles
Average per year
2,894 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,242 miles
  • 2025 – 75,198 miles
  • 2024 – 69,117 miles
  • 2023 – 68,903 miles
  • 2021 – 68,881 miles
  • 2019 – 68,541 miles
  • 2018 – 67,961 miles
  • 2017 – 66,843 miles
  • 2016 – 65,674 miles
  • 2015 – 61,867 miles
  • 2014 – 58,296 miles
  • 2013 – 52,879 miles
  • 2012 – 47,387 miles
  • 2011 – 42,690 miles
  • 2010 – 36,861 miles
  • 2009 – 36,262 miles
  • 2008 – 31,273 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,242 miles
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion on sub framesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,242 miles (+9,044)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    84,242 miles
    Test number
    963829595815
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on sub frames

  2. Pass75,198 miles (+6,081)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    75,198 miles
    Test number
    468562524383
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on sub frames

  3. Pass69,117 miles (+214)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    69,117 miles
    Test number
    233450929302
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass68,903 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    68,903 miles
    Test number
    151699136418
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail68,903 miles (+22)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,903 miles
    Test number
    725498555785
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass68,881 miles (+340)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    68,881 miles
    Test number
    771527546789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass68,541 miles (+580)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    68,541 miles
    Test number
    775185579822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass67,961 miles (+120)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    67,961 miles
    Test number
    436159488765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,841 miles (+998)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    67,841 miles
    Test number
    889094776644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,843 miles (+1,169)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    66,843 miles
    Test number
    734397821334
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired outer (1.5.1c)

  11. Pass65,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    65,674 miles
    Test number
    521981658957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail65,674 miles (+3,807)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,674 miles
    Test number
    924189936283
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass61,867 miles (+3,571)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    61,867 miles
    Test number
    186291065028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,296 miles (+5,417)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    58,296 miles
    Test number
    367069344026
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront and rear discs slightly worn

  15. Pass52,879 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    52,879 miles
    Test number
    859209143092
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteFrontbrake discs slightly worn

  16. Fail52,879 miles (+5,492)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,879 miles
    Test number
    675399143078
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteFrontbrake discs slightly worn

  17. Pass47,387 miles (+4,697)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    47,387 miles
    Test number
    888774042006
    • NoteFront and rear discs slightly worn

  18. Pass42,690 miles (+5,829)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    42,690 miles
    Test number
    535655341034
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront discs slightly worn
    • NoteRear discs slightly worn

  19. Pass36,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    36,861 miles
    Test number
    512477660080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail36,861 miles (+599)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,861 miles
    Test number
    191177960470
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass36,262 miles (+4,989)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    36,262 miles
    Test number
    433947689146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass31,273 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    31,273 miles
    Test number
    320827578107
    • NoteFront tyre speed/load rating is91w rear tyres are 94w
    • NoteSlight perishing to rear tyres

  23. Fail31,273 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,273 miles
    Test number
    860977178179
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteFront tyre speed/load rating is91w rear tyres are 94w
    • NoteSlight perishing to rear tyres

Questions about LS05 LTJ

Does LS05 LTJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS05 LTJ is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS05 LTJ?
The MOT on LS05 LTJ is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS05 LTJ done?
LS05 LTJ was recorded at 84,242 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 2,894 miles a year.
Has LS05 LTJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 LTJ has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LS05 LTJ 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 LS05 LTJ find?
LS05 LTJ passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: surface corrosion on sub frames.

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