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Saab 9-3

Yellow · Diesel · 2008 · 1,796 cc

L7 HWSMOT history

L7 HWS is a yellow diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 11 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 112,914 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

L7 HWS yellow Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Saab 9-3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
112,914 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,280 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 HWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 HWS was last recorded at 112,914 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 54 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,860 miles · 8 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
54 miles
Average per year
5,280 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,914 miles
  • 2025 – 107,104 miles
  • 2024 – 100,978 miles
  • 2023 – 93,650 miles
  • 2022 – 93,352 miles
  • 2021 – 85,166 miles
  • 2020 – 81,126 miles
  • 2019 – 78,472 miles
  • 2018 – 77,361 miles
  • 2017 – 76,010 miles
  • 2016 – 71,867 miles
  • 2015 – 64,390 miles
  • 2014 – 57,196 miles
  • 2013 – 51,283 miles
  • 2012 – 44,321 miles
  • 2011 – 35,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,914 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Heat Shield insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,914 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    112,914 miles
    Test number
    846608332699
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail112,860 miles (+5,756)4 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,860 miles
    Test number
    486138831620
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass107,104 miles (+10)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    107,104 miles
    Test number
    525126152032
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeat Shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Fail107,094 miles (+6,116)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,094 miles
    Test number
    951661829267
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeat Shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass100,978 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    100,978 miles
    Test number
    910957484250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail100,965 miles (+7,315)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,965 miles
    Test number
    815163764719
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both pale (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear heatshield insecure

  7. Pass93,650 miles (+298)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    93,650 miles
    Test number
    378816496259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail93,352 miles (+7,475)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,352 miles
    Test number
    985702926497
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

  9. Pass85,877 miles (+711)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    85,877 miles
    Test number
    836666340428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,166 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,166 miles
    Test number
    458137685135
    • MinorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth offside tyres wearing on edges and offside rear starting to crack

  11. Fail85,166 miles (+4,040)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,166 miles
    Test number
    747336173656
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth offside tyres wearing on edges and offside rear starting to crack

  12. Pass81,126 miles (+2,654)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    81,126 miles
    Test number
    477421880982
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wearing on edge and starting to crack

  13. Pass78,472 miles (+1,111)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    78,472 miles
    Test number
    422031414911
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass77,361 miles (+1,351)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    77,361 miles
    Test number
    995350113590
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass76,010 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    76,010 miles
    Test number
    433981308658
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front machperson strut top mount bearing notchy when steering
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail75,996 miles (+4,129)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,996 miles
    Test number
    687966328944
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. different size to rest of tyres on car (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front machperson strut top mount bearing notchy when steering
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass71,867 miles (+29)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    71,867 miles
    Test number
    843816037035
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount notchy when rotated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  18. Fail71,838 miles (+7,448)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,838 miles
    Test number
    536391142127
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount notchy when rotated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  19. Pass64,390 miles (+7,194)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    64,390 miles
    Test number
    549526001684
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass57,196 miles (+5,913)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    57,196 miles
    Test number
    155093164132
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre outer sidewall has damage but not deep enough to reach ply or cords
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteO/S/R tyre has light damage to inner sidewall causing read to wear in a 'stepped' manor. -suspect has been run flat

  21. Pass51,283 miles (+6,962)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    51,283 miles
    Test number
    285420073153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,321 miles (+8,482)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    44,321 miles
    Test number
    526433462115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,839 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    35,839 miles
    Test number
    157721861123
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L7 HWS

Does L7 HWS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 HWS is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 HWS?
The MOT on L7 HWS is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 HWS done?
L7 HWS was recorded at 112,914 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 5,280 miles a year.
Has L7 HWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 HWS has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 HWS 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 L7 HWS find?
L7 HWS passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened.

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