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Saab 9-3

Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 2,000 cc

LB57 NPFMOT history

LB57 NPF is a grey petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 14 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 125,991 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
125,991 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,371 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 NPF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
14 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 NPF was last recorded at 125,991 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 6,752 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,239 miles · 5 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,752 miles
Average per year
6,371 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,991 miles
  • 2025 – 119,239 miles
  • 2024 – 117,392 miles
  • 2023 – 115,367 miles
  • 2022 – 112,666 miles
  • 2021 – 109,912 miles
  • 2020 – 107,361 miles
  • 2019 – 102,705 miles
  • 2018 – 98,973 miles
  • 2017 – 89,975 miles
  • 2016 – 85,892 miles
  • 2014 – 65,834 miles
  • 2013 – 55,588 miles
  • 2012 – 45,462 miles
  • 2011 – 34,397 miles
  • 2010 – 26,241 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,991 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Multiple locations (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s/ and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 2 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,991 miles (+6,752)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    125,991 miles
    Test number
    597142683896
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Multiple locations (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass119,239 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    119,239 miles
    Test number
    378342358511
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s/ and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail119,237 miles (+1,845)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,237 miles
    Test number
    192812102262
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s/ and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass117,392 miles (+2,025)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    117,392 miles
    Test number
    954654824333
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose

  5. Pass115,367 miles (+2,701)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    115,367 miles
    Test number
    360359511751
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both side hand brake cable clamp rotten

  6. Pass112,666 miles (+2,754)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    112,666 miles
    Test number
    526589968053
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass109,912 miles (+2,551)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    109,912 miles
    Test number
    475840242648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass107,361 miles (+4,656)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    107,361 miles
    Test number
    775963739149
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass102,705 miles (+3,732)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    102,705 miles
    Test number
    527859758266
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass98,973 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    98,973 miles
    Test number
    759102803144
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail98,972 miles (+8,997)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,972 miles
    Test number
    537849373007
    • DangerousSteering column universal joint insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings lower steering colomn u j worn (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass89,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    89,975 miles
    Test number
    353106973977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail89,975 miles (+4,083)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,975 miles
    Test number
    680089816516
    • Repaired at testOffside 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 Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  14. Pass85,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    85,892 miles
    Test number
    763876773385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail85,892 miles (+10,319)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,892 miles
    Test number
    629572822757
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass75,573 miles (+9,739)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    75,573 miles
    Test number
    662022509642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,834 miles (+10,246)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    65,834 miles
    Test number
    989356654368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    55,588 miles
    Test number
    448321843353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail55,588 miles (+10,126)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,588 miles
    Test number
    449661343433
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass45,462 miles (+11,065)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    45,462 miles
    Test number
    928267252379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,397 miles (+8,156)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    34,397 miles
    Test number
    469117731373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    26,241 miles
    Test number
    934566530339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 NPF

Does LB57 NPF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 NPF is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB57 NPF?
The MOT on LB57 NPF is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 NPF done?
LB57 NPF was recorded at 125,991 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 6,371 miles a year.
Has LB57 NPF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 NPF has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LB57 NPF 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 NPF find?
LB57 NPF passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive multiple locations, and 3 more.

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