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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LB08 GOAMOT history

LB08 GOA is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 31 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 22 Nov 2025 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 177,666 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Nov 2025
Mileage
177,666 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2024
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,819 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 GOA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 GOA was last recorded at 177,666 miles on 30 Oct 2024, 209 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,457 miles · 23 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
209 miles
Average per year
11,819 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 177,666 miles
  • 2023 – 166,473 miles
  • 2022 – 155,423 miles
  • 2021 – 143,920 miles
  • 2020 – 134,409 miles
  • 2019 – 124,530 miles
  • 2018 – 112,679 miles
  • 2017 – 98,605 miles
  • 2016 – 89,111 miles
  • 2015 – 76,227 miles
  • 2014 – 56,725 miles
  • 2013 – 38,532 miles
  • 2012 – 20,519 miles
  • 2011 – 17,358 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,666 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust is poorRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryMil on before dateRecorded 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.

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,666 miles (+209)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    177,666 miles
    Test number
    746231525438
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust is poor
    • AdvisoryMil on before date

  2. Fail177,457 miles (+10,984)2 dangerous2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,457 miles
    Test number
    238145631917
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust is poor
    • AdvisoryMil on before date

  3. Pass166,473 miles (+11,050)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    166,473 miles
    Test number
    629455741878
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top arm both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass155,423 miles (+406)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    155,423 miles
    Test number
    168573803490
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Fail155,017 miles (+11,097)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,017 miles
    Test number
    792617943196
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass143,920 miles (+214)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    143,920 miles
    Test number
    726707090804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail143,706 miles (+9,297)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,706 miles
    Test number
    687433868847
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases down pipe flexi bad leak of gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken lower part broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass134,409 miles (+9,879)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    134,409 miles
    Test number
    525544021846
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass124,530 miles (+563)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    124,530 miles
    Test number
    572677789033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail123,967 miles (+11,288)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,967 miles
    Test number
    463578474990
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edge bald to canvas (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit after x2 tests carried out (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge very low. Almost to canvas (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge of tread very low (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass112,679 miles (+162)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    112,679 miles
    Test number
    276397996695
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail112,517 miles (+13,912)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,517 miles
    Test number
    417389419080
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass98,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    98,605 miles
    Test number
    471302801363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail98,605 miles (+9,494)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,605 miles
    Test number
    952164608171
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass89,111 miles (+12,884)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    89,111 miles
    Test number
    201507748123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside front seatbelt fluffing/frayed
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre going out of shape

  16. Fail76,227 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,227 miles
    Test number
    176914685403
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass76,227 miles (+19,502)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    76,227 miles
    Test number
    857754285096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass56,725 miles (+18,193)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    56,725 miles
    Test number
    585617974033
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside rear tyre going out of shape

  19. Pass38,532 miles (+18,013)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    38,532 miles
    Test number
    498615283020
    • NoteNsr tyre tread at shoulders starting to lift may cause road noise

  20. Pass20,519 miles (+3,161)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    20,519 miles
    Test number
    237979152081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass17,358 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    17,358 miles
    Test number
    799328691097
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB08 GOA

Does LB08 GOA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 GOA expired on 22 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 GOA?
The MOT on LB08 GOA expired on 22 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 GOA done?
LB08 GOA was recorded at 177,666 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2024, an average of 11,819 miles a year.
Has LB08 GOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 GOA has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 GOA 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 LB08 GOA find?
LB08 GOA passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2024 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 6 more.

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