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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,985 cc

LT52 VMGMOT history

LT52 VMG is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 24 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 20 Jul 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 142,532 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Jul 2024
Mileage
142,532 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,852 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT52 VMG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
24 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT52 VMG was last recorded at 142,532 miles on 11 Jul 2023, 3,255 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,277 miles · 21 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
3,255 miles
Average per year
4,852 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 142,532 miles
  • 2022 – 139,277 miles
  • 2021 – 134,981 miles
  • 2020 – 131,876 miles
  • 2019 – 129,213 miles
  • 2018 – 124,979 miles
  • 2017 – 121,013 miles
  • 2016 – 118,012 miles
  • 2015 – 112,987 miles
  • 2014 – 107,148 miles
  • 2013 – 100,338 miles
  • 2012 – 92,659 miles
  • 2011 – 82,607 miles
  • 2010 – 71,854 miles
  • 2009 – 65,542 miles
  • 2008 – 64,311 miles
  • 2006 – 61,155 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,532 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryLittle reserve hand brake travelRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear Exhaust system rusty

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,532 miles (+3,255)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    142,532 miles
    Test number
    598006386441
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve hand brake travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass139,277 miles (+1)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    139,277 miles
    Test number
    408340776708
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve hand brake travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail139,276 miles (+4,295)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,276 miles
    Test number
    971868462708
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve hand brake travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass134,981 miles (+3,105)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    134,981 miles
    Test number
    153005622842
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass131,876 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    131,876 miles
    Test number
    294010901242
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust system rusty
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail131,876 miles (+2,663)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,876 miles
    Test number
    873481522424
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust system rusty

  7. Pass129,213 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    129,213 miles
    Test number
    672424418323
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust system rusty

  8. Fail129,213 miles (+4,234)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,213 miles
    Test number
    243101752162
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust system rusty

  9. Pass124,979 miles (+3,966)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    124,979 miles
    Test number
    701029027329
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass121,013 miles (+3,001)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    121,013 miles
    Test number
    149412139291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre / rear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on outer edge

  11. Pass118,012 miles (+5,025)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    118,012 miles
    Test number
    761477471008
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre tread low on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre / rear exhaust sections corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on outer edge

  12. Pass112,987 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    112,987 miles
    Test number
    619462185134
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteExhaust system rusty
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread low on inner edge

  13. Fail112,987 miles (+5,839)2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,987 miles
    Test number
    908432285171
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteExhaust system rusty
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread low on inner edge

  14. Pass107,148 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    107,148 miles
    Test number
    207783184497
    • NoteE.M.L.On
    • NoteOffside front washer jet weak
    • NoteRear exhaust system rusty

  15. Fail107,148 miles (+6,810)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,148 miles
    Test number
    356853384131
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteE.M.L.On
    • NoteOffside front washer jet weak
    • NoteRear exhaust system rusty

  16. Pass100,338 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    100,338 miles
    Test number
    578964183142
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRear exhaust section rusty

  17. Fail100,338 miles (+7,679)3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,338 miles
    Test number
    867064483118
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRear exhaust section rusty

  18. Pass92,659 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    92,659 miles
    Test number
    265675482119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Fail92,659 miles (+10,052)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,659 miles
    Test number
    497565282136
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Fail82,607 miles3 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,607 miles
    Test number
    415395881107
    • 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)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  21. Pass82,607 miles (+10,753)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    82,607 miles
    Test number
    989405381199
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  22. Pass71,854 miles (+6,312)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    71,854 miles
    Test number
    240998180458
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass65,542 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    65,542 miles
    Test number
    280564899450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail65,542 miles (+1,231)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,542 miles
    Test number
    822824799102
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass64,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    64,311 miles
    Test number
    372648518002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail64,311 miles (+3,156)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,311 miles
    Test number
    283068418080
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  27. Pass61,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    61,155 miles
    Test number
    132855276267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LT52 VMG

Does LT52 VMG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LT52 VMG expired on 20 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LT52 VMG?
The MOT on LT52 VMG expired on 20 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LT52 VMG done?
LT52 VMG was recorded at 142,532 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2023, an average of 4,852 miles a year.
Has LT52 VMG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT52 VMG has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LT52 VMG 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 VMG find?
LT52 VMG passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2023 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 8 more.

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