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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LB08 GVZMOT history

LB08 GVZ is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 29 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 29 Jun 2026 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 274,779 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jun 2026
Mileage
274,779 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2025
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
13,595 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 GVZ
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
29 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 GVZ was last recorded at 274,779 miles on 30 Jun 2025, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
274,766 miles · 23 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
13,595 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 274,779 miles
  • 2024 – 264,327 miles
  • 2023 – 250,868 miles
  • 2021 – 238,459 miles
  • 2020 – 223,930 miles
  • 2019 – 207,381 miles
  • 2018 – 192,877 miles
  • 2017 – 182,260 miles
  • 2016 – 164,415 miles
  • 2015 – 151,070 miles
  • 2014 – 125,473 miles
  • 2013 – 106,039 miles
  • 2012 – 86,088 miles
  • 2011 – 83,161 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass274,779 miles
  • AdvisoryFront both inner cv boots perished and crackedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm and smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box to link pipe very corroded and blowing slighlty (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass274,779 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    274,779 miles
    Test number
    824000898742
    • AdvisoryFront both inner cv boots perished and cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm and smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box to link pipe very corroded and blowing slighlty (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail274,766 miles (+10,439)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    274,766 miles
    Test number
    645467244297
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both inner cv boots perished and cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm and smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box to link pipe very corroded and blowing slighlty (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass264,327 miles (+77)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    264,327 miles
    Test number
    325394604525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail264,250 miles (+13,382)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,250 miles
    Test number
    248121721817
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass250,868 miles (+7)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    250,868 miles
    Test number
    418148569507
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  6. Fail250,861 miles (+12,402)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,861 miles
    Test number
    982595334156
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  7. Pass238,459 miles (+40)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    238,459 miles
    Test number
    113692317546
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail238,419 miles (+14,489)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,419 miles
    Test number
    693197373154
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass223,930 miles (+16,549)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    223,930 miles
    Test number
    240400391502
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass207,381 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    207,381 miles
    Test number
    419416913369
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail207,381 miles (+14,504)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,381 miles
    Test number
    155586571207
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass192,877 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    192,877 miles
    Test number
    939678745248
    • AdvisoryStability control failure light on dash

  13. Fail192,871 miles (+10,611)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,871 miles
    Test number
    158483246030
    • MajorFront Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryStability control failure light on dash

  14. Pass182,260 miles (+17,845)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    182,260 miles
    Test number
    137985611393
    • 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)

  15. Pass164,415 miles (+339)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    164,415 miles
    Test number
    117900438368
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWinter tyres fitted to front axle

  16. Fail164,076 miles (+13,006)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,076 miles
    Test number
    357506483168
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWinter tyres fitted to front axle

  17. Pass151,070 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    151,070 miles
    Test number
    747295255176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail151,040 miles (+5,222)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,040 miles
    Test number
    267964655459
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  19. Pass145,818 miles (+20,345)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    145,818 miles
    Test number
    228120935040
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteExhaust heatsheild insecure

  20. Pass125,473 miles (+19,434)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    125,473 miles
    Test number
    609138524097
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteDamage to n/s/f wheel arch liner

  21. Pass106,039 miles (+19,951)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    106,039 miles
    Test number
    606629323092
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  22. Pass86,088 miles (+2,927)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    86,088 miles
    Test number
    927140732018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass83,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    83,161 miles
    Test number
    219557541124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 GVZ

Does LB08 GVZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 GVZ expired on 29 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 GVZ?
The MOT on LB08 GVZ expired on 29 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 GVZ done?
LB08 GVZ was recorded at 274,779 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2025, an average of 13,595 miles a year.
Has LB08 GVZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 GVZ has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 GVZ 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 GVZ find?
LB08 GVZ passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2025 with 4 advisories: front both inner cv boots perished and cracked; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm and smooth inner edge, and 1 more.

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