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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,985 cc

Y896 LCWMOT history

Y896 LCW is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 2 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 62,308 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
62,308 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,903 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y896 LCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y896 LCW was last recorded at 62,308 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 2,400 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,908 miles · 5 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,400 miles
Average per year
1,903 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,308 miles
  • 2025 – 59,908 miles
  • 2024 – 57,383 miles
  • 2022 – 55,758 miles
  • 2021 – 52,753 miles
  • 2019 – 51,459 miles
  • 2018 – 49,324 miles
  • 2017 – 48,453 miles
  • 2016 – 46,940 miles
  • 2015 – 43,958 miles
  • 2014 – 39,407 miles
  • 2013 – 36,861 miles
  • 2011 – 36,151 miles
  • 2010 – 35,418 miles
  • 2009 – 33,963 miles
  • 2008 – 30,488 miles
  • 2007 – 27,964 miles
  • 2006 – 24,672 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,308 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease but not split (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at centre pipe to rear silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement large bush in centre of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on extreme inner edge also damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement large bush in centre of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged slight bulge in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement large bush in lower arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,308 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    62,308 miles
    Test number
    138277492858
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease but not split (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at centre pipe to rear silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement large bush in centre of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on extreme inner edge also damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement large bush in centre of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged slight bulge in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail62,308 miles (+2,400)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,308 miles
    Test number
    710828674919
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease but not split (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at centre pipe to rear silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement large bush in centre of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on extreme inner edge also damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement large bush in centre of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged slight bulge in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass59,908 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    59,908 miles
    Test number
    637625025035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement large bush in lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Fail59,904 miles (+2,521)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,904 miles
    Test number
    898104003164
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement large bush in lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass57,383 miles (+1,625)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    57,383 miles
    Test number
    965473846080
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass55,758 miles (+3,005)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    55,758 miles
    Test number
    153776418567
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass52,753 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    52,753 miles
    Test number
    381202941154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail52,737 miles (+1,278)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,737 miles
    Test number
    284210013517
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass51,459 miles (+2,135)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    51,459 miles
    Test number
    990887580880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass49,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    49,324 miles
    Test number
    116674164776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail49,324 miles (+871)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,324 miles
    Test number
    910851327297
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass48,453 miles (+1,513)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    48,453 miles
    Test number
    843396035100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sidewall damaged, but not through to the cords at the time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass46,940 miles (+2,982)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    46,940 miles
    Test number
    716108509506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,958 miles (+4,551)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    43,958 miles
    Test number
    178636995163
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  15. Pass39,407 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    39,407 miles
    Test number
    389646304478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail39,407 miles (+2,546)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,407 miles
    Test number
    106533404251
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass36,861 miles (+710)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    36,861 miles
    Test number
    589780483129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,151 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    36,151 miles
    Test number
    569497731265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail36,144 miles (+726)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,144 miles
    Test number
    375906431266
    • FailureExhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass35,418 miles (+1,455)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    35,418 miles
    Test number
    282546130261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,963 miles (+3,475)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    33,963 miles
    Test number
    464279629250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,488 miles (+2,524)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    30,488 miles
    Test number
    484771398197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,964 miles (+3,292)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    27,964 miles
    Test number
    783711077175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,672 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    24,672 miles
    Test number
    191093976115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y896 LCW

Does Y896 LCW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y896 LCW is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y896 LCW?
The MOT on Y896 LCW is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y896 LCW done?
Y896 LCW was recorded at 62,308 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 1,903 miles a year.
Has Y896 LCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y896 LCW has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y896 LCW 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 Y896 LCW find?
Y896 LCW passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease but not split; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at centre pipe to rear silencer joint; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement large bush in centre of arm, and 5 more.

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