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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,910 cc

LB57 MDZMOT history

LB57 MDZ is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Nov 2007. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 148,281 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jun 2027
Mileage
148,281 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,141 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 MDZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
30 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 MDZ was last recorded at 148,281 miles on 9 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,281 miles · 8 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,141 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,281 miles
  • 2025 – 146,496 miles
  • 2024 – 145,554 miles
  • 2023 – 143,993 miles
  • 2022 – 138,866 miles
  • 2021 – 134,146 miles
  • 2020 – 132,067 miles
  • 2019 – 130,367 miles
  • 2018 – 127,131 miles
  • 2017 – 125,363 miles
  • 2016 – 117,719 miles
  • 2015 – 109,520 miles
  • 2013 – 101,722 miles
  • 2012 – 84,867 miles
  • 2011 – 73,802 miles
  • 2010 – 68,426 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,281 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryEngine cover fittedRecorded at 7 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryUndertray fittedRecorded at 7 MOTs since 2022

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 Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,281 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    148,281 miles
    Test number
    176479709965
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  2. Fail148,281 miles (+1,785)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,281 miles
    Test number
    826076849404
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  3. Pass146,496 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2026
    Odometer
    146,496 miles
    Test number
    595315676698
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  4. Fail146,496 miles (+942)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,496 miles
    Test number
    269407364951
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  5. Pass145,554 miles (+1,561)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    145,554 miles
    Test number
    675120042407
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  6. Pass143,993 miles (+9)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    143,993 miles
    Test number
    331423524366
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  7. Fail143,984 miles (+5,118)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,984 miles
    Test number
    903938586762
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  8. Pass138,866 miles (+4,720)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    138,866 miles
    Test number
    382446431063
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  9. Pass134,146 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    134,146 miles
    Test number
    916758196671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail134,145 miles (+2,078)2 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,145 miles
    Test number
    175084232589
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass132,067 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    132,067 miles
    Test number
    744865778585
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail132,065 miles (+1,698)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,065 miles
    Test number
    922071340592
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate 1.2 reading 3.56 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass130,367 miles (+3,236)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    130,367 miles
    Test number
    800121947297
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn and scrubbed
    • AdvisoryAll four brake discs rusty on braking service due to standing

  14. Pass127,131 miles (+1,768)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    127,131 miles
    Test number
    586464541337
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass125,363 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    125,363 miles
    Test number
    471544605811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail125,362 miles (+7,643)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,362 miles
    Test number
    275476027015
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass117,719 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    117,719 miles
    Test number
    622150134417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail117,706 miles (+8,186)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,706 miles
    Test number
    923866165789
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  19. Pass109,520 miles (+7,798)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    109,520 miles
    Test number
    757661715151
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s rear tyre casing cracking and uneven wear

  20. Pass101,722 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    101,722 miles
    Test number
    545423903393
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail101,722 miles (+16,855)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,722 miles
    Test number
    157563203390
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass84,867 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    84,867 miles
    Test number
    738409832181
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Fail84,867 miles (+11,065)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,867 miles
    Test number
    318759432143
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass73,802 miles (+5,376)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    73,802 miles
    Test number
    606261611120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass68,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    68,426 miles
    Test number
    734881930322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 MDZ

Does LB57 MDZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 MDZ is valid until 8 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB57 MDZ?
The MOT on LB57 MDZ is valid until 8 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 MDZ done?
LB57 MDZ was recorded at 148,281 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2026, an average of 5,141 miles a year.
Has LB57 MDZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 MDZ has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LB57 MDZ 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 LB57 MDZ find?
LB57 MDZ passed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside rear position lamp incorrect colour; engine cover fitted, and 3 more.

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