2003 Saab 9-3 2.0L Petrol · LC53 OLJ
2003 Saab 9-3 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 11 Nov 2003. Recorded mileage 119,017 miles. MOT valid until 02 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 9-3
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 119,017 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LC53 OLJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/03/2026
- 119,017 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LC53 OLJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Saab 9-3 (LC53 OLJ) between June 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
LC53 OLJ Mileage History
- 22/06/202282,102 mi
- 04/04/202385,969 mi+3,867 mi
- 03/04/202494,867 mi+8,898 mi
- 29/03/2025106,060 mi+11,193 mi
- 28/03/2026119,017 mi+12,957 mi
Average of roughly 9,806 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Saab Saab 9-3 (OG)
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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