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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LB57 XNLMOT history

LB57 XNL is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 147,649 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
147,649 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,934 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 XNL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 XNL was last recorded at 147,649 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 4,129 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,520 miles · 12 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,129 miles
Average per year
6,934 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,649 miles
  • 2025 – 143,520 miles
  • 2024 – 137,311 miles
  • 2023 – 129,378 miles
  • 2022 – 125,935 miles
  • 2021 – 104,314 miles
  • 2020 – 100,438 miles
  • 2019 – 95,982 miles
  • 2018 – 91,559 miles
  • 2017 – 86,201 miles
  • 2016 – 80,643 miles
  • 2015 – 75,289 miles
  • 2014 – 68,216 miles
  • 2013 – 62,569 miles
  • 2012 – 53,354 miles
  • 2010 – 38,732 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,649 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

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.

  • Slight exhaust blow at rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 31 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,649 miles (+4,129)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    147,649 miles
    Test number
    946348246833
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  2. Pass143,520 miles (+6,209)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    143,520 miles
    Test number
    218394096059
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe showing corrosion
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow at rear

  3. Pass137,311 miles (+7,933)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    137,311 miles
    Test number
    821077265565
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow at rear

  4. Pass129,378 miles (+3,443)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    129,378 miles
    Test number
    141844146124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass125,935 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    125,935 miles
    Test number
    462903600754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail125,891 miles (+21,577)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,891 miles
    Test number
    789327916374
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass104,314 miles (+1,906)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    104,314 miles
    Test number
    360813886373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass102,408 miles (+1,970)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    102,408 miles
    Test number
    951357690306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass100,438 miles (+4,456)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    100,438 miles
    Test number
    710809004474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass95,982 miles (+4,423)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    95,982 miles
    Test number
    433917731938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass91,559 miles (+5,358)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    91,559 miles
    Test number
    875750316958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass86,201 miles (+5,558)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    86,201 miles
    Test number
    337964733984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,643 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    80,643 miles
    Test number
    865334200713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail80,622 miles (+5,333)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,622 miles
    Test number
    618423939908
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass75,289 miles (+7,073)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    75,289 miles
    Test number
    648729425050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass68,216 miles (+5,647)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    68,216 miles
    Test number
    449848124028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,569 miles (+9,215)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    62,569 miles
    Test number
    209549923001
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass53,354 miles (+14,622)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    53,354 miles
    Test number
    477573132074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    38,732 miles
    Test number
    672685660323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 XNL

Does LB57 XNL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 XNL is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB57 XNL?
The MOT on LB57 XNL is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 XNL done?
LB57 XNL was recorded at 147,649 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 6,934 miles a year.
Has LB57 XNL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 XNL has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LB57 XNL 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 XNL find?
LB57 XNL passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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