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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,910 cc

LB57 XPAMOT history

LB57 XPA is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 20 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 125,435 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
125,435 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,210 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 XPA
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 valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 XPA was last recorded at 125,435 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,433 miles · 14 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,210 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,435 miles
  • 2025 – 118,498 miles
  • 2024 – 113,356 miles
  • 2023 – 102,526 miles
  • 2022 – 92,103 miles
  • 2021 – 81,943 miles
  • 2020 – 78,164 miles
  • 2019 – 69,366 miles
  • 2018 – 56,537 miles
  • 2016 – 53,301 miles
  • 2015 – 51,711 miles
  • 2014 – 49,362 miles
  • 2013 – 46,260 miles
  • 2012 – 41,757 miles
  • 2010 – 31,858 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,435 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear axle corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass125,435 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    125,435 miles
    Test number
    885784176615
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  2. Fail125,433 miles (+6,935)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,433 miles
    Test number
    399770076367
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  3. Pass118,498 miles (+2)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    118,498 miles
    Test number
    744435301223
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail118,496 miles (+5,140)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,496 miles
    Test number
    993824943975
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass113,356 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    113,356 miles
    Test number
    996232539516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail113,356 miles (+10,830)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,356 miles
    Test number
    468694248429
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass102,526 miles (+10,423)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    102,526 miles
    Test number
    598943279734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass92,103 miles (+10,160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    92,103 miles
    Test number
    990960448540
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  9. Pass81,943 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    81,943 miles
    Test number
    468686739748
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail81,942 miles (+3,778)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,942 miles
    Test number
    108285313957
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass78,164 miles (+8,798)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    78,164 miles
    Test number
    390959288568
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass69,366 miles (+12,829)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    69,366 miles
    Test number
    526513131287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass56,537 miles (+3,236)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    56,537 miles
    Test number
    220812436493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,301 miles (+1,590)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    53,301 miles
    Test number
    732390522445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,711 miles (+2,349)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    51,711 miles
    Test number
    430922715397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,362 miles (+3,102)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    49,362 miles
    Test number
    929302054314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,260 miles (+4,503)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    46,260 miles
    Test number
    485755643498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,757 miles (+4,178)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    41,757 miles
    Test number
    558243552342
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass37,579 miles (+5,721)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    37,579 miles
    Test number
    185095002000
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyres wearing on outter edge.nearside front tyre slight outter side wall damage

  20. Pass31,858 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    31,858 miles
    Test number
    303556150345
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer side wall damaged
    • NoteOffside headlight aim set on lower limit
    • NoteOffside rear inner brake pad looks low
    • NoteRear brake discs heavely corroded and scored

Questions about LB57 XPA

Does LB57 XPA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 XPA is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB57 XPA?
The MOT on LB57 XPA is valid until 15 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 XPA done?
LB57 XPA was recorded at 125,435 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 6,210 miles a year.
Has LB57 XPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 XPA has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB57 XPA 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 XPA find?
LB57 XPA passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides; rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides; rear axle corroded.

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