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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,910 cc

LB57 VAFMOT history

LB57 VAF is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 20 Dec 2007. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2023 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 193,096 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2023
Mileage
193,096 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2022
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,246 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 VAF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
20 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 VAF was last recorded at 193,096 miles on 22 Dec 2022, 6,905 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,191 miles · 18 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
6,905 miles
Average per year
11,246 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 193,096 miles
  • 2021 – 186,191 miles
  • 2019 – 170,006 miles
  • 2018 – 159,694 miles
  • 2017 – 156,126 miles
  • 2016 – 152,519 miles
  • 2015 – 145,574 miles
  • 2014 – 133,729 miles
  • 2013 – 118,497 miles
  • 2012 – 99,009 miles
  • 2011 – 88,102 miles
  • 2010 – 58,082 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,096 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,096 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    193,096 miles
    Test number
    469984150028
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. FailMileage not read7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    655851743138
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass186,191 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    186,191 miles
    Test number
    388378983887
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. PassMileage not read1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    555717610485
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass170,006 miles (+10,312)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    170,006 miles
    Test number
    733514887295
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass159,694 miles (+3,568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    159,694 miles
    Test number
    429641950123
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass156,126 miles (+3,607)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    156,126 miles
    Test number
    126975697118
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass152,519 miles (+6,945)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    152,519 miles
    Test number
    152634533712
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass145,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    145,574 miles
    Test number
    804071935919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail145,574 miles (+11,845)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,574 miles
    Test number
    111742086451
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass133,729 miles (+15,232)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    133,729 miles
    Test number
    555265234384
    • NoteWindscreen has slight damage on bottom side

  12. Pass118,497 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    118,497 miles
    Test number
    465070553306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail118,497 miles (+19,488)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,497 miles
    Test number
    479260053480
    • FailureNearside Front Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass99,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    99,009 miles
    Test number
    365575952380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail99,009 miles (+10,907)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,009 miles
    Test number
    427975552387
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass88,102 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    88,102 miles
    Test number
    135156951367
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail88,102 miles (+30,020)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,102 miles
    Test number
    546676051370
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass58,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    58,082 miles
    Test number
    423364250465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 VAF

Does LB57 VAF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 VAF expired on 21 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 VAF?
The MOT on LB57 VAF expired on 21 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 VAF done?
LB57 VAF was recorded at 193,096 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2022, an average of 11,246 miles a year.
Has LB57 VAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 VAF has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LB57 VAF 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 VAF find?
LB57 VAF passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2022 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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