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Saab 9-3

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,910 cc

LB10 NFVMOT history

LB10 NFV is a grey diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Jul 2010. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 152,660 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
152,660 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,331 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB10 NFV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
30 Jul 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB10 NFV was last recorded at 152,660 miles on 21 Feb 2026, 15,120 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,540 miles · 25 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
15,120 miles
Average per year
8,331 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,660 miles
  • 2025 – 137,540 miles
  • 2024 – 132,340 miles
  • 2023 – 132,333 miles
  • 2022 – 129,061 miles
  • 2021 – 124,138 miles
  • 2020 – 119,537 miles
  • 2019 – 107,022 miles
  • 2018 – 91,685 miles
  • 2017 – 78,570 miles
  • 2016 – 62,861 miles
  • 2015 – 57,005 miles
  • 2014 – 51,099 miles
  • 2013 – 45,274 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,660 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring worn N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack leaking oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Coil spring corroded Corroded on both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Corroded by spring cups

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Upper Shock absorber mountings corroded on both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 2 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,660 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    152,660 miles
    Test number
    389821730313
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring worn N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail152,660 miles (+15,120)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,660 miles
    Test number
    300379032340
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring worn N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass137,540 miles (+5,200)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    137,540 miles
    Test number
    841269391236
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil put in to carry out mot test
  4. Pass132,340 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    132,340 miles
    Test number
    214033378887
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Corroded on both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Corroded by spring cups (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack leaking oil (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipes above sub frame not visable
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber mountings corroded on both sides
  5. Fail132,333 miles (+3,272)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,333 miles
    Test number
    858890420660
    • MajorRear Emissions unable to be completed Silencer missing (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Silencer missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Corroded on both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Corroded by spring cups (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack leaking oil (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipes above sub frame not visible
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber mountings corroded on both sides
  6. Pass129,061 miles (+4,923)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    129,061 miles
    Test number
    434668507157
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edges on both sides New tyres rqd (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack pinion weeping oil (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Input pipe corroded and split on weld (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock absorber top mounting’s corroded on both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Pass124,138 miles (+4,601)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    124,138 miles
    Test number
    577837433339
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes above rear sub frame not visable
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front pipe to DPF (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack leaking oil (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass119,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    119,537 miles
    Test number
    763390430326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail119,535 miles (+12,513)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,535 miles
    Test number
    336726268920
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  10. Pass107,022 miles (+15,337)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    107,022 miles
    Test number
    638958858477
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass91,685 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    91,685 miles
    Test number
    166889035998
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  12. Fail91,683 miles (+13,113)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,683 miles
    Test number
    255181496056
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  13. Pass78,570 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    78,570 miles
    Test number
    505674317756
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3-4 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3-4 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnable to get any readings from the diesel smoke tester
  14. Fail78,570 miles (+15,709)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,570 miles
    Test number
    663989361906
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3-4 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3-4 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnable to get any readings from the diesel smoke tester
  15. Pass62,861 miles (+5,856)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    62,861 miles
    Test number
    339812549165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,005 miles (+5,906)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    57,005 miles
    Test number
    407644085015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,099 miles (+5,825)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    51,099 miles
    Test number
    597211294057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    45,274 miles
    Test number
    169132093099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB10 NFV

Does LB10 NFV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB10 NFV is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB10 NFV?
The MOT on LB10 NFV is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB10 NFV done?
LB10 NFV was recorded at 152,660 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2026, an average of 8,331 miles a year.
Has LB10 NFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB10 NFV has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB10 NFV 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 NFV find?
LB10 NFV passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: front coil spring worn n/s & o/s; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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