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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

L18 JBKMOT history

L18 JBK is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 17 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 81,021 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

L18 JBK black Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
81,021 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,166 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 JBK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 JBK was last recorded at 81,021 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,007 miles · 20 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
5,166 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,021 miles
  • 2020 – 69,962 miles
  • 2019 – 65,772 miles
  • 2018 – 57,393 miles
  • 2017 – 45,564 miles
  • 2016 – 35,737 miles
  • 2015 – 29,995 miles
  • 2014 – 21,818 miles
  • 2013 – 14,500 miles
  • 2012 – 8,151 miles
  • 2011 – 6,841 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,021 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

14 tests since 14 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,021 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    81,021 miles
    Test number
    558946507050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail81,007 miles (+11,045)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,007 miles
    Test number
    283119396082
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass69,962 miles (+4,190)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    69,962 miles
    Test number
    463844886027
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass65,772 miles (+8,379)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    65,772 miles
    Test number
    265532054695
    • AdvisoryEngine undertray fitted restricting the view of some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass57,393 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    57,393 miles
    Test number
    647177116323
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust flexi joint deteriorating

  6. Fail57,393 miles (+11,829)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,393 miles
    Test number
    616240078660
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust flexi joint deteriorating

  7. Pass45,564 miles (+9,827)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    45,564 miles
    Test number
    308192267367
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass35,737 miles (+5,742)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    35,737 miles
    Test number
    698727921663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass29,995 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    29,995 miles
    Test number
    407879833391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail29,983 miles (+8,165)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,983 miles
    Test number
    945104260175
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  11. Pass21,818 miles (+7,318)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    21,818 miles
    Test number
    429178644243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass14,500 miles (+6,349)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    14,500 miles
    Test number
    647089943206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass8,151 miles (+1,310)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    8,151 miles
    Test number
    749206452212
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSmoke level too low to be measured
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass6,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    6,841 miles
    Test number
    225327751266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 JBK

Does L18 JBK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 JBK is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 JBK?
The MOT on L18 JBK is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 JBK done?
L18 JBK was recorded at 81,021 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 5,166 miles a year.
Has L18 JBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 JBK has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 JBK 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 L18 JBK find?
L18 JBK passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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