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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 1,910 cc

LB10 MTZMOT history

LB10 MTZ is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Jun 2010. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 173,598 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
173,598 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
11,174 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB10 MTZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
30 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB10 MTZ was last recorded at 173,598 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 116 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,482 miles · 10 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
116 miles
Average per year
11,174 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,598 miles
  • 2025 – 164,377 miles
  • 2024 – 149,513 miles
  • 2023 – 136,146 miles
  • 2022 – 121,839 miles
  • 2021 – 109,683 miles
  • 2020 – 97,464 miles
  • 2019 – 81,590 miles
  • 2018 – 79,601 miles
  • 2017 – 69,271 miles
  • 2016 – 60,109 miles
  • 2015 – 50,600 miles
  • 2014 – 41,395 miles
  • 2013 – 31,190 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,598 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,598 miles (+116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    173,598 miles
    Test number
    226872369832
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail173,482 miles (+9,105)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,482 miles
    Test number
    670781448656
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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))

  3. Pass164,377 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    164,377 miles
    Test number
    113164351443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail164,373 miles (+14,860)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,373 miles
    Test number
    351947682247
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass149,513 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    149,513 miles
    Test number
    755834789156
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail149,513 miles (+13,367)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,513 miles
    Test number
    401456158329
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass136,146 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    136,146 miles
    Test number
    381294659056
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail136,146 miles (+14,307)2 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,146 miles
    Test number
    825017235902
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass121,839 miles (+12,156)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    121,839 miles
    Test number
    861159562681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass109,683 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    109,683 miles
    Test number
    887596335460
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Fail109,683 miles (+12,219)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,683 miles
    Test number
    133139043058
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass97,464 miles (+15,874)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    97,464 miles
    Test number
    587757220506
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass81,590 miles (+1,989)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    81,590 miles
    Test number
    238834126621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass79,601 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    79,601 miles
    Test number
    856886878992
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Fail79,601 miles (+10,330)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,601 miles
    Test number
    796217550000
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass69,271 miles (+9,162)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    69,271 miles
    Test number
    246731713194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,109 miles (+9,509)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    60,109 miles
    Test number
    848380227264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,600 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    50,600 miles
    Test number
    146559255121
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail50,600 miles (+9,205)3 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,600 miles
    Test number
    898489255187
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass41,395 miles (+56)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    41,395 miles
    Test number
    447344974112
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

  21. Fail41,339 miles (+10,149)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,339 miles
    Test number
    269490574491
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

  22. Pass31,190 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    31,190 miles
    Test number
    207829573438
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB10 MTZ

Does LB10 MTZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB10 MTZ is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB10 MTZ?
The MOT on LB10 MTZ is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB10 MTZ done?
LB10 MTZ was recorded at 173,598 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 11,174 miles a year.
Has LB10 MTZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB10 MTZ has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB10 MTZ 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 LB10 MTZ find?
LB10 MTZ passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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