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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,998 cc

L20 AHYMOT history

L20 AHY is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 14 Jan 2026 and it has passed 14 of 15 MOT tests, with 202,429 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Dec 2024.

L20 AHY black Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Jan 2026
Mileage
202,429 mi
At MOT on 31 Dec 2024
MOT tests
15
14 passed · 1 failed
Per year
13,186 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 AHY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 AHY was last recorded at 202,429 miles on 31 Dec 2024, 19,832 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
182,597 miles · 13 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
19,832 miles
Average per year
13,186 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 202,429 miles
  • 2023 – 164,315 miles
  • 2022 – 142,323 miles
  • 2020 – 122,808 miles
  • 2019 – 97,370 miles
  • 2018 – 84,572 miles
  • 2017 – 71,513 miles
  • 2016 – 57,250 miles
  • 2015 – 50,732 miles
  • 2014 – 48,533 miles
  • 2013 – 41,329 miles
  • 2012 – 33,222 miles
  • 2011 – 23,840 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,429 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 16 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass202,429 miles (+19,832)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    202,429 miles
    Test number
    689333102865
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass182,597 miles (+18,282)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    182,597 miles
    Test number
    447408000803
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass164,315 miles (+21,992)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    164,315 miles
    Test number
    368350296680
    • MinorLower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside 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 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured o/s/n/s (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear position lamp lens slightly cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/n/s (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass142,323 miles (+19,515)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    142,323 miles
    Test number
    264476926343
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass122,808 miles (+25,438)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    122,808 miles
    Test number
    389143742142
    • MinorLower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  6. Pass97,370 miles (+12,798)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    97,370 miles
    Test number
    318315236994
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass84,572 miles (+13,059)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    84,572 miles
    Test number
    256476210904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass71,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    71,513 miles
    Test number
    338604530332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail71,513 miles (+14,263)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,513 miles
    Test number
    451157761597
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  10. Pass57,250 miles (+6,518)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    57,250 miles
    Test number
    194507768067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,732 miles (+2,199)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    50,732 miles
    Test number
    457091465106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,533 miles (+7,204)10 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    48,533 miles
    Test number
    458102884172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise uneven tyre wear on both rear tyres [inner edges]
  13. Pass41,329 miles (+8,107)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    41,329 miles
    Test number
    445149163195
    • NoteRear number plate slightly loose
  14. Pass33,222 miles (+9,382)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    33,222 miles
    Test number
    896824872172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass23,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    23,840 miles
    Test number
    106627361150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 AHY

Does L20 AHY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L20 AHY expired on 14 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L20 AHY?
The MOT on L20 AHY expired on 14 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L20 AHY done?
L20 AHY was recorded at 202,429 miles at its MOT on 31 Dec 2024, an average of 13,186 miles a year.
Has L20 AHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 AHY has failed 1 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2017.
Has the mileage on L20 AHY 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 L20 AHY find?
L20 AHY passed its latest MOT on 31 Dec 2024 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside rear rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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