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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 2,000 cc

LB57 MHVMOT history

LB57 MHV is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 29 Nov 2007. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 121,555 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jan 2027
Mileage
121,555 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,130 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 MHV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
29 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 MHV was last recorded at 121,555 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 3,480 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Jul 2016: 89,951 miles, lower than 120,221 miles on 22 Jul 2016.

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
118,075 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,480 miles
Average per year
7,130 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,555 miles
  • 2025 – 118,075 miles
  • 2024 – 114,691 miles
  • 2023 – 112,146 miles
  • 2022 – 109,784 miles
  • 2021 – 107,576 miles
  • 2019 – 103,436 miles
  • 2018 – 99,062 miles
  • 2017 – 94,951 miles
  • 2016 – 89,951 miles
  • 2015 – 84,798 miles
  • 2014 – 77,129 miles
  • 2013 – 62,288 miles
  • 2012 – 33,731 miles
  • 2011 – 15,032 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,555 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Heat shield insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,555 miles (+3,480)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    121,555 miles
    Test number
    827252501945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass118,075 miles (+3,384)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    118,075 miles
    Test number
    279929419844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass114,691 miles (+2,545)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    114,691 miles
    Test number
    275027594207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass112,146 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    112,146 miles
    Test number
    907835252432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail112,141 miles (+2,357)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,141 miles
    Test number
    189425563070
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass109,784 miles (+43)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    109,784 miles
    Test number
    666266030638
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail109,741 miles (+2,165)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,741 miles
    Test number
    741808821595
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative both head lights (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass107,576 miles (+4,140)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    107,576 miles
    Test number
    368920759333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass103,436 miles (+4,374)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    103,436 miles
    Test number
    193017780884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass99,062 miles (+117)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    99,062 miles
    Test number
    233809155989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail98,945 miles (+3,994)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,945 miles
    Test number
    111788618025
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Pass94,951 miles (+273)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    94,951 miles
    Test number
    522442328211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail94,678 miles (+4,727)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,678 miles
    Test number
    999393485124
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  14. Pass89,951 miles (-30,270)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    89,951 miles
    Test number
    920563369735
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeat shield insecure

  15. Fail120,221 miles (+35,423)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,221 miles
    Test number
    273418949568
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeat shield insecure

  16. Pass84,798 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    84,798 miles
    Test number
    998904105243
    • NoteExhaust heat shield damaged and loose

  17. Fail84,798 miles (+7,669)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,798 miles
    Test number
    386284505236
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteExhaust heat shield damaged and loose

  18. Pass77,129 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    77,129 miles
    Test number
    945801114250
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail77,129 miles (+14,841)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,129 miles
    Test number
    328080014462
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail62,288 miles5 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,288 miles
    Test number
    195473613290
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass62,288 miles (+28,557)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    62,288 miles
    Test number
    348423913450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass33,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    33,731 miles
    Test number
    429162642080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail33,727 miles (+18,695)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,727 miles
    Test number
    156152542425
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass15,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    15,032 miles
    Test number
    386413141005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 MHV

Does LB57 MHV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 MHV is valid until 31 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB57 MHV?
The MOT on LB57 MHV is valid until 31 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 MHV done?
LB57 MHV was recorded at 121,555 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 7,130 miles a year.
Has LB57 MHV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 MHV has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LB57 MHV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Jul 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB57 MHV find?
LB57 MHV passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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