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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LB08 LDUMOT history

LB08 LDU is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 10 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 24 Sept 2025 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 116,273 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Sept 2025
Mileage
116,273 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2024
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,453 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 LDU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
10 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 LDU was last recorded at 116,273 miles on 25 Sept 2024, 31 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,242 miles · 23 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
31 miles
Average per year
6,453 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 116,273 miles
  • 2022 – 106,181 miles
  • 2021 – 97,222 miles
  • 2020 – 90,072 miles
  • 2019 – 80,468 miles
  • 2018 – 71,270 miles
  • 2017 – 60,734 miles
  • 2015 – 49,251 miles
  • 2014 – 45,331 miles
  • 2013 – 41,272 miles
  • 2012 – 36,796 miles
  • 2011 – 30,315 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,273 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryTpms light on

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 1 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,273 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    116,273 miles
    Test number
    271210755475
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  2. Fail116,273 miles (+31)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,273 miles
    Test number
    283584996868
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  3. Fail116,242 miles (+10,061)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,242 miles
    Test number
    927183394873
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMil on
    • AdvisoryTpms on

  4. Pass106,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    106,181 miles
    Test number
    300309362271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail106,179 miles (+8,957)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,179 miles
    Test number
    549713598924
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

  6. Pass97,222 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    97,222 miles
    Test number
    159798264270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail97,220 miles (+7,148)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,220 miles
    Test number
    411175191282
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass90,072 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    90,072 miles
    Test number
    458449146232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail90,070 miles (+9,602)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,070 miles
    Test number
    965328356162
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  10. Pass80,468 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    80,468 miles
    Test number
    961003905094
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail80,467 miles (+9,197)1 dangerous1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,467 miles
    Test number
    866255705141
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass71,270 miles (+10,536)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    71,270 miles
    Test number
    947941620741
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass60,734 miles (+11,483)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    60,734 miles
    Test number
    653152614382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,251 miles (+3,920)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    49,251 miles
    Test number
    959858065151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,331 miles (+4,059)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    45,331 miles
    Test number
    758170664169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass41,272 miles (+4,476)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    41,272 miles
    Test number
    529680473192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail36,796 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,796 miles
    Test number
    539716462148
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass36,796 miles (+6,481)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    36,796 miles
    Test number
    666636962158
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass30,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    30,315 miles
    Test number
    388022551196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 LDU

Does LB08 LDU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 LDU expired on 24 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 LDU?
The MOT on LB08 LDU expired on 24 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 LDU done?
LB08 LDU was recorded at 116,273 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2024, an average of 6,453 miles a year.
Has LB08 LDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 LDU has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 LDU 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 LDU find?
LB08 LDU passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2024 with 1 advisory: tpms light on.

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