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Saab 9-3

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,910 cc

L70 VEUMOT history

L70 VEU is a grey diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Mar 2010. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 80,227 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

L70 VEU grey Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Apr 2027
Mileage
80,227 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,085 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 VEU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
31 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L70 VEU was last recorded at 80,227 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 1,405 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
78,822 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,405 miles
Average per year
5,085 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,227 miles
  • 2025 – 78,822 miles
  • 2024 – 77,773 miles
  • 2023 – 76,411 miles
  • 2022 – 72,417 miles
  • 2021 – 68,803 miles
  • 2020 – 68,286 miles
  • 2019 – 59,016 miles
  • 2018 – 48,092 miles
  • 2017 – 39,406 miles
  • 2016 – 29,606 miles
  • 2015 – 24,113 miles
  • 2014 – 21,577 miles
  • 2013 – 14,070 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,227 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 28 Mar 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,227 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    80,227 miles
    Test number
    587759724196
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail80,227 miles (+1,405)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,227 miles
    Test number
    324609392844
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass78,822 miles (+1,049)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    78,822 miles
    Test number
    319718562002
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass77,773 miles (+1,362)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    77,773 miles
    Test number
    258915718662
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass76,411 miles (+3,994)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    76,411 miles
    Test number
    521067040825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass72,417 miles (+3,614)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    72,417 miles
    Test number
    787580326776
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass68,803 miles (+517)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    68,803 miles
    Test number
    996707619741
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  8. Pass68,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    68,286 miles
    Test number
    633126853085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail68,284 miles (+9,268)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,284 miles
    Test number
    885795501792
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass59,016 miles (+10,924)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    59,016 miles
    Test number
    917773223838
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass48,092 miles (+8,686)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    48,092 miles
    Test number
    773230820332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,406 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    39,406 miles
    Test number
    812667434883
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to engine/sills.
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  13. Fail39,406 miles (+9,800)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,406 miles
    Test number
    127151902235
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to engine/sills.
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  14. Pass29,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    29,606 miles
    Test number
    174363751647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail29,606 miles (+5,493)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,606 miles
    Test number
    930490873195
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass24,113 miles (+2,536)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    24,113 miles
    Test number
    367380195097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,577 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    21,577 miles
    Test number
    426630894066
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  18. Fail21,577 miles (+7,507)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,577 miles
    Test number
    525260994057
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  19. Pass14,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    14,070 miles
    Test number
    457227483073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail14,070 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,070 miles
    Test number
    309057783095
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Questions about L70 VEU

Does L70 VEU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L70 VEU is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L70 VEU?
The MOT on L70 VEU is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L70 VEU done?
L70 VEU was recorded at 80,227 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 5,085 miles a year.
Has L70 VEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 VEU has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L70 VEU 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 L70 VEU find?
L70 VEU passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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