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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 1,910 cc

LB10 NFJMOT history

LB10 NFJ is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Jul 2010. Its MOT expired on 2 Aug 2026 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 206,335 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Aug 2026
Mileage
206,335 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2025
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
14,488 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB10 NFJ
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 Jul 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB10 NFJ was last recorded at 206,335 miles on 29 Jul 2025, 17,186 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Jul 2018: 105,390 miles, lower than 921,321 miles on 24 Jul 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
189,149 miles · 30 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
17,186 miles
Average per year
14,488 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 206,335 miles
  • 2024 – 189,149 miles
  • 2023 – 172,341 miles
  • 2022 – 157,076 miles
  • 2021 – 143,329 miles
  • 2020 – 130,599 miles
  • 2019 – 117,710 miles
  • 2018 – 105,390 miles
  • 2017 – 921,321 miles
  • 2016 – 77,430 miles
  • 2015 – 62,142 miles
  • 2014 – 47,959 miles
  • 2013 – 32,405 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass206,335 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inside edge and low tread (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Balding on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated N/S & O/S.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened PADS LOW.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SUBFRAME & COMPONENTS CORRODED.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Jul 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass206,335 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    206,335 miles
    Test number
    492414774220
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inside edge and low tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Balding on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail206,333 miles (+17,184)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,333 miles
    Test number
    926946877460
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inside edge and low tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Balding on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass189,149 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    189,149 miles
    Test number
    283546581956
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated N/S & O/S. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened PADS LOW. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SUBFRAME & COMPONENTS CORRODED. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail189,149 miles (+16,808)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,149 miles
    Test number
    650997591836
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working VISABILITY NOT CKECKED. (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated N/S & O/S. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened PADS LOW. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SUBFRAME & COMPONENTS CORRODED. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass172,341 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    172,341 miles
    Test number
    923559144451
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively INNER PADS LOW (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge SLIGHTLY OUT OF SHAPE & PERISHED (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner TYRE SLIGHTLY OUT OF SHAPE
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive & SUSPENSION COMPONENTS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail172,341 miles (+15,265)1 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,341 miles
    Test number
    836192606672
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively INNER PADS LOW (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge SLIGHTLY OUT OF SHAPE & PERISHED (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner TYRE SLIGHTLY OUT OF SHAPE
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive & SUSPENSION COMPONENTS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass157,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    157,076 miles
    Test number
    830322863843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail157,076 miles (+13,747)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,076 miles
    Test number
    632205885234
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi connection (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass143,329 miles (+12,730)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    143,329 miles
    Test number
    236470585792
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass130,599 miles (+12,889)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    130,599 miles
    Test number
    549697357119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass117,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    117,710 miles
    Test number
    740845457613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail117,710 miles (+12,320)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,710 miles
    Test number
    788230479488
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass105,390 miles (-815,931)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    105,390 miles
    Test number
    435644822163
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S/F and N/S/R (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass921,321 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    921,321 miles
    Test number
    226813840589
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  15. Fail921,321 miles (+843,891)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    921,321 miles
    Test number
    446902069345
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  16. Pass77,430 miles (+15,288)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    77,430 miles
    Test number
    235996151027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit very near legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass62,142 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    62,142 miles
    Test number
    426555515228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail62,142 miles (+14,183)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,142 miles
    Test number
    486735915277
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  19. Pass47,959 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    47,959 miles
    Test number
    215863414295
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail47,959 miles (+15,554)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,959 miles
    Test number
    465283414269
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass32,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    32,405 miles
    Test number
    328078203247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB10 NFJ

Does LB10 NFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB10 NFJ expired on 2 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB10 NFJ?
The MOT on LB10 NFJ expired on 2 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB10 NFJ done?
LB10 NFJ was recorded at 206,335 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2025, an average of 14,488 miles a year.
Has LB10 NFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB10 NFJ has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LB10 NFJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Jul 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB10 NFJ find?
LB10 NFJ passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 2 more.

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