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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,985 cc

LT52 XLVMOT history

LT52 XLV is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 26 May 2023 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 99,534 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 26 May 2023
Mileage
99,534 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2022
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,392 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT52 XLV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 May 2023
Latest MOT test
23 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT52 XLV was last recorded at 99,534 miles on 23 May 2022, 646 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,888 miles · 27 May 2021
Between the last two tests
646 miles
Average per year
3,392 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 99,534 miles
  • 2021 – 98,888 miles
  • 2020 – 97,998 miles
  • 2019 – 96,362 miles
  • 2018 – 93,919 miles
  • 2017 – 90,356 miles
  • 2016 – 89,698 miles
  • 2015 – 87,277 miles
  • 2014 – 85,189 miles
  • 2011 – 77,276 miles
  • 2010 – 70,491 miles
  • 2009 – 64,145 miles
  • 2007 – 53,834 miles
  • 2006 – 46,243 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,534 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryExhaust deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle and some components
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryOffside front and both rear tyres cracked between treads
  • AdvisoryOffside mirror glass loose
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Offside front and both rear tyres perished/cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 5 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,534 miles (+646)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    99,534 miles
    Test number
    405120457903
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle and some components
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside front and both rear tyres cracked between treads
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror glass loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass98,888 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    98,888 miles
    Test number
    681483014935
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front and both rear tyres perished/cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Fail98,888 miles (+890)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,888 miles
    Test number
    308038281012
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside front and both rear tyres perished/cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass97,998 miles (+1,636)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    97,998 miles
    Test number
    373837123007
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass96,362 miles (+2,443)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    96,362 miles
    Test number
    354706016736
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass93,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    93,919 miles
    Test number
    377140632076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail93,919 miles (+3,563)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,919 miles
    Test number
    607513157935
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
  8. Pass90,356 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    90,356 miles
    Test number
    707170909576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail90,343 miles (+645)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,343 miles
    Test number
    392059202198
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  10. Pass89,698 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    89,698 miles
    Test number
    522543745362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail89,681 miles (+2,404)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,681 miles
    Test number
    176861464825
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  12. Pass87,277 miles (+2,088)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    87,277 miles
    Test number
    288528455090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass85,189 miles (+7,913)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    85,189 miles
    Test number
    205375734008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,276 miles (+9)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    77,276 miles
    Test number
    308111741015
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth front wipers wearing
  15. Fail77,267 miles (+6,776)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,267 miles
    Test number
    885332431063
    • FailureRear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth front wipers wearing
  16. Fail70,491 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,491 miles
    Test number
    724563530025
    • Repaired at testExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass70,491 miles (+6,346)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    70,491 miles
    Test number
    842383530057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail64,145 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,145 miles
    Test number
    611976229089
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  19. Pass64,145 miles (+10,311)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    64,145 miles
    Test number
    962246329069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,834 miles (+7,591)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    53,834 miles
    Test number
    834045157238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    46,243 miles
    Test number
    161358846266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LT52 XLV

Does LT52 XLV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LT52 XLV expired on 26 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LT52 XLV?
The MOT on LT52 XLV expired on 26 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LT52 XLV done?
LT52 XLV was recorded at 99,534 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2022, an average of 3,392 miles a year.
Has LT52 XLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT52 XLV has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 May 2021.
Has the mileage on LT52 XLV 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 XLV find?
LT52 XLV passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2022 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; exhaust deteriorated; general corrosion to underside of vehicle and some components, and 4 more.

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