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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,985 cc

LS05 LTNMOT history

LS05 LTN is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 11 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2023 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 127,948 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Apr 2022.

LS05 LTN silver 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 4 Apr 2023
Mileage
127,948 mi
At MOT on 5 Apr 2022
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,814 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 LTN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
11 May 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 LTN was last recorded at 127,948 miles on 5 Apr 2022, 128 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,820 miles · 16 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
128 miles
Average per year
6,814 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 127,948 miles
  • 2021 – 125,786 miles
  • 2019 – 115,058 miles
  • 2018 – 106,186 miles
  • 2017 – 104,984 miles
  • 2016 – 98,505 miles
  • 2015 – 94,305 miles
  • 2013 – 85,485 miles
  • 2012 – 69,535 miles
  • 2011 – 56,932 miles
  • 2010 – 49,456 miles
  • 2009 – 40,771 miles
  • 2008 – 33,533 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,948 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded 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.

  • N/s/f check strap worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • O/s headlamp image poor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • O/s/f check strap worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,948 miles (+128)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    127,948 miles
    Test number
    618271466157
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail127,820 miles (+2,034)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,820 miles
    Test number
    716174957902
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  3. Pass125,786 miles (+10,728)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    125,786 miles
    Test number
    337336374964
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass115,058 miles (+8,872)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    115,058 miles
    Test number
    319450750664
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass106,186 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    106,186 miles
    Test number
    848495737911
    • AdvisoryN/s/f check strap worn
    • AdvisoryO/s headlamp image poor
    • AdvisoryO/s/f check strap worn

  6. Fail106,174 miles (+1,190)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,174 miles
    Test number
    475448664932
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryN/s/f check strap worn
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre well worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s headlamp image poor
    • AdvisoryO/s/f check strap worn

  7. Pass104,984 miles (+6,479)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    104,984 miles
    Test number
    327972269610
    • AdvisoryBoth rear upper rose bushes on suspension arm slight play
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre getting low
    • AdvisoryN/s/r anti roll bar d bush worn
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre getting low and worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre getting low

  8. Pass98,505 miles (+4,200)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    98,505 miles
    Test number
    677316461056
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear both tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass94,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    94,305 miles
    Test number
    817936935085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail94,305 miles (+8,820)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,305 miles
    Test number
    896836035088
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass85,485 miles (+3)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    85,485 miles
    Test number
    907265223330
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated.
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail85,482 miles (+15,947)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,482 miles
    Test number
    885944023333
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated.
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass69,535 miles (+4)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    69,535 miles
    Test number
    287357832270
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear tyre treads worn slightly out of shape on inside edges.

  14. Fail69,531 miles (+12,599)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,531 miles
    Test number
    496686032211
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear tyre treads worn slightly out of shape on inside edges.

  15. Pass56,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    56,932 miles
    Test number
    516943121284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail56,932 miles (+7,476)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,932 miles
    Test number
    405562821247
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass49,456 miles (+8,685)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    49,456 miles
    Test number
    493701020211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,771 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    40,771 miles
    Test number
    851811439118
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail40,771 miles (+7,238)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,771 miles
    Test number
    601371739142
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass33,533 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    33,533 miles
    Test number
    400269048135
    • NoteOil leaks underneath

  21. Fail33,533 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,533 miles
    Test number
    980548748166
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition and function impaired (1.1.4a)
    • NoteOil leaks underneath

Questions about LS05 LTN

Does LS05 LTN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS05 LTN expired on 4 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS05 LTN?
The MOT on LS05 LTN expired on 4 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS05 LTN done?
LS05 LTN was recorded at 127,948 miles at its MOT on 5 Apr 2022, an average of 6,814 miles a year.
Has LS05 LTN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 LTN has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LS05 LTN 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 LTN find?
LS05 LTN passed its latest MOT on 5 Apr 2022 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; oil leak, but not excessive.

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