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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,985 cc

LT52 VJAMOT history

LT52 VJA is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 2 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 59,276 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Oct 2027
Mileage
59,276 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,463 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT52 VJA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
2 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT52 VJA was last recorded at 59,276 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 1,225 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,051 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,225 miles
Average per year
1,463 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,276 miles
  • 2025 – 58,051 miles
  • 2024 – 55,703 miles
  • 2023 – 53,539 miles
  • 2022 – 50,848 miles
  • 2021 – 48,175 miles
  • 2020 – 45,243 miles
  • 2019 – 43,438 miles
  • 2018 – 42,678 miles
  • 2017 – 42,016 miles
  • 2016 – 41,074 miles
  • 2015 – 40,266 miles
  • 2014 – 38,643 miles
  • 2013 – 37,286 miles
  • 2012 – 35,404 miles
  • 2010 – 34,537 miles
  • 2009 – 33,759 miles
  • 2008 – 33,271 miles
  • 2007 – 31,735 miles
  • 2006 – 29,821 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,276 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 1 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,276 miles (+1,225)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    59,276 miles
    Test number
    880152422101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass58,051 miles (+2,348)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    58,051 miles
    Test number
    628055318455
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass55,703 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    55,703 miles
    Test number
    799069658153
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail55,703 miles (+2,164)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,703 miles
    Test number
    871438834080
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass53,539 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    53,539 miles
    Test number
    285217650040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail53,539 miles (+2,691)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,539 miles
    Test number
    897111532975
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass50,848 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    50,848 miles
    Test number
    779734843307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail50,848 miles (+2,673)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,848 miles
    Test number
    851716058625
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass48,175 miles (+2,932)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    48,175 miles
    Test number
    525686146670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass45,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    45,243 miles
    Test number
    919065249832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail45,243 miles (+1,805)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,243 miles
    Test number
    608385419871
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front connecting flex pipe and centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass43,438 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    43,438 miles
    Test number
    130249866526
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Fail43,438 miles (+760)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,438 miles
    Test number
    848468799025
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low nearside and offside (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass42,678 miles (+662)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    42,678 miles
    Test number
    270388909787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,016 miles (+942)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    42,016 miles
    Test number
    946177764603
    • DangerousNearside Rear under vehicle brake hose fouling against insecure heat shield
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering wheel locking mechanism missing or fails to engage

  16. Pass41,074 miles (+808)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    41,074 miles
    Test number
    855602481531
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer tyre sidewall has a cut not deep enough to reach the cord or ply
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass40,266 miles (+1,623)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    40,266 miles
    Test number
    199518398465
    • AdvisoryNearside front Tyre outer side wall has a cut not deep enough to reach the cord or ply

  18. Pass38,643 miles (+1,357)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    38,643 miles
    Test number
    386396024254
    • NoteUnder vehicle fuel tank hoses clamps has corrsion

  19. Fail37,286 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,286 miles
    Test number
    537041143226
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteUnder vehicle fuel tank hoses clamps corroded

  20. Pass37,286 miles (+1,882)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    37,286 miles
    Test number
    689751143251
    • NoteUnder vehicle fuel tank hoses clamps corroded

  21. Pass35,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    35,404 miles
    Test number
    635093222150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail35,404 miles (+867)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,404 miles
    Test number
    218402422182
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNEAR SIDE REAR BRAKE DISC SURFACE CORROSION
    • NoteOFF SIDE REAR BRAKE DISC SURFACE CORROSION
    • NoteOFF SIDE REAR CHILD SEAT FITTED CANNOT FULLY CHECK SEAT BELT

  23. Pass34,537 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    34,537 miles
    Test number
    134736150226
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Fail34,537 miles (+778)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,537 miles
    Test number
    831683150256
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass33,759 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    33,759 miles
    Test number
    372487249435
    • NoteFront number plate damage

  26. Fail33,759 miles (+488)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,759 miles
    Test number
    200067249224
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate damage
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking up

  27. Pass33,271 miles (+1,536)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    33,271 miles
    Test number
    111487158275
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll four tyres shoulder areas have micro cracs

  28. Pass31,735 miles (+1,914)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    31,735 miles
    Test number
    672047137227
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll four tyres slight microcracs

  29. Pass29,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    29,821 miles
    Test number
    434634646213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail29,821 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,821 miles
    Test number
    861794346211
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LT52 VJA

Does LT52 VJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT52 VJA is valid until 18 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT52 VJA?
The MOT on LT52 VJA is valid until 18 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT52 VJA done?
LT52 VJA was recorded at 59,276 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 1,463 miles a year.
Has LT52 VJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT52 VJA has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LT52 VJA 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 LT52 VJA find?
LT52 VJA passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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