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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,910 cc

LB57 VAHMOT history

LB57 VAH is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 20 Dec 2007. Its MOT expired on 13 Nov 2025 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 183,261 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Nov 2025
Mileage
183,261 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2024
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,187 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 VAH
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
20 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 VAH was last recorded at 183,261 miles on 14 Nov 2024, 9,364 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,897 miles · 14 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
9,364 miles
Average per year
10,187 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 183,261 miles
  • 2023 – 173,897 miles
  • 2022 – 164,733 miles
  • 2021 – 156,871 miles
  • 2020 – 150,074 miles
  • 2019 – 140,448 miles
  • 2018 – 129,566 miles
  • 2017 – 117,829 miles
  • 2016 – 107,473 miles
  • 2015 – 99,351 miles
  • 2014 – 90,763 miles
  • 2013 – 81,967 miles
  • 2012 – 73,450 miles
  • 2011 – 61,710 miles
  • 2010 – 41,050 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,261 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and small cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (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.

  • Front brake imbalance close to limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear springs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Slight movement nearside rear suspension bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 29 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,261 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    183,261 miles
    Test number
    448571822773
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and small cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail183,261 miles (+9,364)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,261 miles
    Test number
    359619320550
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and small cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass173,897 miles (+9,164)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    173,897 miles
    Test number
    293219121341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass164,733 miles (+7,862)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    164,733 miles
    Test number
    490917501736
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass156,871 miles (+41)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    156,871 miles
    Test number
    574094668618
    • AdvisoryFront brake imbalance close to limit
    • AdvisoryHand brake on limit advise brake check
    • AdvisoryRear springs corroded
    • AdvisorySlight movement nearside rear suspension bush

  6. Fail156,830 miles (+6,756)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,830 miles
    Test number
    795574818934
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake imbalance close to limit
    • AdvisoryRear springs corroded
    • AdvisorySlight movement nearside rear suspension bush

  7. Pass150,074 miles (+9,626)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    150,074 miles
    Test number
    391302849126
    • AdvisorySlight front brake imbalance

  8. Pass140,448 miles (+10,882)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    140,448 miles
    Test number
    299796787103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass129,566 miles (+11,737)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    129,566 miles
    Test number
    418475189748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass117,829 miles (+10,356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    117,829 miles
    Test number
    203550727430
    • AdvisoryNoise from Nearside front brake

  11. Pass107,473 miles (+8,122)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    107,473 miles
    Test number
    441565266690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass99,351 miles (+8,588)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    99,351 miles
    Test number
    237443356012
    • AdvisoryBrake lights starting to discolour advise replacement
    • AdvisoryRear sidelights starting to discolour

  13. Pass90,763 miles (+8,796)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    90,763 miles
    Test number
    365065144385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass81,967 miles (+8,517)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    81,967 miles
    Test number
    765597743322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass73,450 miles (+11,740)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    73,450 miles
    Test number
    165340542361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,710 miles (+20,660)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    61,710 miles
    Test number
    499536131470
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass41,050 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    41,050 miles
    Test number
    540453630363
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB57 VAH

Does LB57 VAH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 VAH expired on 13 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 VAH?
The MOT on LB57 VAH expired on 13 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 VAH done?
LB57 VAH was recorded at 183,261 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2024, an average of 10,187 miles a year.
Has LB57 VAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 VAH has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB57 VAH 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 VAH find?
LB57 VAH passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and small cuts; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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