
Saab 9-3
Red · Petrol · 2006 · 1,998 cc
L18 JJBMOT history
L18 JJB is a red petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 31 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 115,940 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 6 Jan 2027
- Mileage
- 115,940 mi
- At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
- MOT tests
- 23
- 15 passed · 8 failed
- Per year
- 5,066 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L18 JJB
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Saab
- Model
- 9-3
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,998 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2006
- First used
- 31 May 2006
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 6 Jan 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 5 Jan 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
L18 JJB was last recorded at 115,940 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 3,470 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 112,470 miles · 7 Jan 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 3,470 miles
- Average per year
- 5,066 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 115,940 miles
- 2025 – 112,470 miles
- 2023 – 107,239 miles
- 2022 – 101,731 miles
- 2021 – 101,102 miles
- 2020 – 100,351 miles
- 2019 – 98,412 miles
- 2018 – 95,497 miles
- 2017 – 92,491 miles
- 2016 – 90,233 miles
- 2013 – 79,115 miles
- 2012 – 67,946 miles
- 2011 – 67,881 miles
- 2010 – 50,969 miles
- 2009 – 31,721 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside/Nearside (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Offside/Nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
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 Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Minor5 MOTs, 2022–2025
Oil leak
Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017
Coolant leak
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Front Coil spring corroded nearside/offside
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Full MOT history
23 tests since 22 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass115,940 miles (+3,470)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jan 2027
- Odometer
- 115,940 miles
- Test number
- 845914675555
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside/Nearside (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Offside/Nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass112,470 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jan 2026
- Odometer
- 112,470 miles
- Test number
- 231915302086
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside/offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Fail112,468 miles (+5,229)1 dangerous4 major1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 112,468 miles
- Test number
- 125074838990
- DangerousExhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake hose connection leaking on an air braking system (1.1.12 (c) (i))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside/offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases after flexy (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass107,239 miles1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Dec 2024
- Odometer
- 107,239 miles
- Test number
- 344437036301
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Coolant leak back of engine
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Fail107,238 miles (+5,507)3 major1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 107,238 miles
- Test number
- 133346939537
- MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside/offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Coolant leak back of engine
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Pass101,731 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Dec 2023
- Odometer
- 101,731 miles
- Test number
- 831638416035
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Fluid leak, but not excessive slight coolant leak at rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail101,730 miles (+628)5 major1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 101,730 miles
- Test number
- 473305922896
- MajorFront Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded nearside and offsde (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- MajorFront Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users at heater pipe connection on bulkhead, also signs of leak at offside rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Pass101,102 miles1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 101,102 miles
- Test number
- 562502413770
- MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Fail101,102 miles (+751)3 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 101,102 miles
- Test number
- 987390341796
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Pass100,351 miles (+3)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 100,351 miles
- Test number
- 746278631815
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front tyre bead rim in poor condition
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail100,348 miles (+1,936)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 100,348 miles
- Test number
- 334667281774
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front tyre bead rim in poor condition
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass98,412 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 98,412 miles
- Test number
- 732434233289
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail98,410 miles (+2,913)6 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 98,410 miles
- Test number
- 841742500001
- MajorEmissions not tested due to leaking exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect beam kick-up to wrong side (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect beam kick-up to wrong side (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended not retaining in clip (7.1.2 (d))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine at rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at rear silencer fixing (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass95,497 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 95,497 miles
- Test number
- 771914583803
- AdvisoryBoth Rear Trailing Arm Bushes deteriorated
- AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted preventing a full inspection
- AdvisoryHeadlamp conversion stickers fitted to headlights
- AdvisoryOil leak(s)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryRear brake only just passed imbalance test
Fail95,497 miles (+3,006)4 failures5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,497 miles
- Test number
- 353913172057
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- AdvisoryBoth Rear Trailing Arm Bushes deteriorated
- AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted preventing a full inspection
- AdvisoryOil leak(s)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryRear brake only just passed imbalance test
Pass92,491 miles (+2,258)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 92,491 miles
- Test number
- 281897199637
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake slight bind
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass90,233 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 90,233 miles
- Test number
- 800100350935
- AdvisoryOil leak
Fail90,233 miles (+11,118)3 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 90,233 miles
- Test number
- 278788175360
- FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass79,115 miles (+11,169)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 79,115 miles
- Test number
- 285939293422
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass67,946 miles (+65)
- MOT expiry
- 2 Oct 2013
- Odometer
- 67,946 miles
- Test number
- 628819152231
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass67,881 miles (+16,912)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 2 Oct 2012
- Odometer
- 67,881 miles
- Test number
- 898426471276
- NoteEm light on
Pass50,969 miles (+19,248)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Aug 2011
- Odometer
- 50,969 miles
- Test number
- 370046210256
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass31,721 miles
- MOT expiry
- 31 May 2010
- Odometer
- 31,721 miles
- Test number
- 140592149166
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about L18 JJB
- Does L18 JJB currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 JJB is valid until 6 Jan 2027.
- When is the MOT due on L18 JJB?
- The MOT on L18 JJB is valid until 6 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 JJB done?
- L18 JJB was recorded at 115,940 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 5,066 miles a year.
- Has L18 JJB ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L18 JJB has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2025.
- Has the mileage on L18 JJB 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 JJB find?
- L18 JJB passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 8 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside/nearside; front coil spring corroded offside/nearside; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.
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