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Saab 9-3

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 1,910 cc

LB56 DYDMOT history

LB56 DYD is a red diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Oct 2006. Its MOT expired on 25 Oct 2025 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 180,050 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Oct 2025
Mileage
180,050 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2024
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,832 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 DYD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 DYD was last recorded at 180,050 miles on 12 Oct 2024, 211 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,839 miles · 1 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
211 miles
Average per year
5,832 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 180,050 miles
  • 2023 – 173,887 miles
  • 2022 – 160,414 miles
  • 2021 – 146,624 miles
  • 2020 – 139,236 miles
  • 2019 – 133,194 miles
  • 2018 – 132,516 miles
  • 2017 – 130,586 miles
  • 2016 – 128,153 miles
  • 2015 – 126,515 miles
  • 2014 – 123,343 miles
  • 2013 – 119,423 miles
  • 2011 – 116,385 miles
  • 2010 – 109,077 miles
  • 2009 – 92,787 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,050 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front brake slightly lagging in operation at higher effortRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material swollen near joint above subframe (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake calliper outer retaining spring is missing - calliper is bolted/pinned on inside and service brake is unaffectedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs - backplates/dust covers are corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers are corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 26 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,050 miles (+211)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    180,050 miles
    Test number
    154491527839
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake slightly lagging in operation at higher effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material swollen near joint above subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake calliper outer retaining spring is missing - calliper is bolted/pinned on inside and service brake is unaffected
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs - backplates/dust covers are corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers are corroded

  2. Fail179,839 miles (+5,952)4 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,839 miles
    Test number
    681278586151
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake slightly lagging in operation at higher effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material swollen near joint above subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake calliper outer retaining spring is missing - calliper is bolted/pinned on inside and service brake is unaffected
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs - backplates/dust covers are corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers are corroded

  3. Pass173,887 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    173,887 miles
    Test number
    705043736256
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on both shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on both shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail173,887 miles (+13,473)1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,887 miles
    Test number
    259896538472
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on both shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on both shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass160,414 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    160,414 miles
    Test number
    320074750084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail160,404 miles (+13,780)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,404 miles
    Test number
    134772040820
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass146,624 miles (+7,388)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    146,624 miles
    Test number
    916376315854
    • AdvisoryNearside Body component slightly loose plastic seal cover loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass139,236 miles (+6,042)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    139,236 miles
    Test number
    844422050081
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower sill cover hanging down - some securing fixings are missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMinor oil weep at steering rack

  9. Pass133,194 miles (+6)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    133,194 miles
    Test number
    773367752986
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at engine (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail133,188 miles (+672)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,188 miles
    Test number
    698859301919
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at engine (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass132,516 miles (+1,930)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    132,516 miles
    Test number
    206481374155
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs have slight corrosion from vehicle lack of use.

  12. Pass130,586 miles (+2,433)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    130,586 miles
    Test number
    324972105799
    • AdvisoryFront number plate is deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  13. Pass128,153 miles (+1,638)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    128,153 miles
    Test number
    545617231316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass126,515 miles (+3,172)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    126,515 miles
    Test number
    376025065002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNo exhaust smoke detected

  15. Pass123,343 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    123,343 miles
    Test number
    396107764070
    • 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)
    • NoteNSF tyre showing slighty perished sidewalls

  16. Fail123,343 miles (+3,920)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,343 miles
    Test number
    945977564082
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)
    • NoteNSF tyre showing slighty perished sidewalls

  17. Pass119,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    119,423 miles
    Test number
    498902473013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail119,423 miles (+3,038)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,423 miles
    Test number
    275676363027
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass116,385 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    116,385 miles
    Test number
    157648591253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail116,385 miles (+7,308)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,385 miles
    Test number
    166377791285
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass109,077 miles (+16,290)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    109,077 miles
    Test number
    152963790237
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass92,787 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    92,787 miles
    Test number
    660089999219
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about LB56 DYD

Does LB56 DYD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 DYD expired on 25 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 DYD?
The MOT on LB56 DYD expired on 25 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 DYD done?
LB56 DYD was recorded at 180,050 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2024, an average of 5,832 miles a year.
Has LB56 DYD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 DYD has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LB56 DYD 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 LB56 DYD find?
LB56 DYD passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2024 with 13 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front outer brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush deteriorated, and 10 more.

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