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Saab 9-3

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,998 cc

LB08 GOCMOT history

LB08 GOC is a silver diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 31 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 58,477 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
58,477 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,855 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 GOC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 GOC was last recorded at 58,477 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,473 miles · 27 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
2,855 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,477 miles
  • 2025 – 57,928 miles
  • 2024 – 57,462 miles
  • 2023 – 56,927 miles
  • 2022 – 55,924 miles
  • 2021 – 55,143 miles
  • 2020 – 54,548 miles
  • 2019 – 53,982 miles
  • 2018 – 50,415 miles
  • 2017 – 48,340 miles
  • 2016 – 45,715 miles
  • 2015 – 41,004 miles
  • 2014 – 34,522 miles
  • 2013 – 27,461 miles
  • 2012 – 21,066 miles
  • 2011 – 15,307 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,477 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,477 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    58,477 miles
    Test number
    588381540334
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail58,473 miles (+545)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,473 miles
    Test number
    302655435043
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass57,928 miles (+466)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    57,928 miles
    Test number
    368592408030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass57,462 miles (+535)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    57,462 miles
    Test number
    869366731360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass56,927 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    56,927 miles
    Test number
    609482510269
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Fail56,927 miles (+1,003)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,927 miles
    Test number
    150667068643
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Excess black smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass55,924 miles (+781)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    55,924 miles
    Test number
    115339188395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass55,143 miles (+595)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    55,143 miles
    Test number
    849230210467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass54,548 miles (+566)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    54,548 miles
    Test number
    782121932748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass53,982 miles (+3,567)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    53,982 miles
    Test number
    977963374173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,415 miles (+2,075)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    50,415 miles
    Test number
    762194887299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,340 miles (+2,625)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    48,340 miles
    Test number
    484427083231
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on outer edges

  13. Pass45,715 miles (+4,711)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    45,715 miles
    Test number
    269843278944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail41,004 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,004 miles
    Test number
    227980165473
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass41,004 miles (+6,482)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    41,004 miles
    Test number
    447520465135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,522 miles (+7,061)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    34,522 miles
    Test number
    845686154108
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass27,461 miles (+6,395)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    27,461 miles
    Test number
    259467573440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass21,066 miles (+5,759)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    21,066 miles
    Test number
    196936702245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass15,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    15,307 miles
    Test number
    535481201243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 GOC

Does LB08 GOC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 GOC is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 GOC?
The MOT on LB08 GOC is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 GOC done?
LB08 GOC was recorded at 58,477 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 2,855 miles a year.
Has LB08 GOC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 GOC has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 GOC 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 GOC find?
LB08 GOC passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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