Saab 9-3
Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,910 cc
LB57 XPHMOT history
LB57 XPH is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 20 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 20 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 187,740 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 20 Dec 2026
- Mileage
- 187,740 mi
- At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
- MOT tests
- 27
- 16 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 10,093 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LB57 XPH
- 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 valid until 20 Dec 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 18 Dec 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LB57 XPH was last recorded at 187,740 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 5,446 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 182,294 miles · 7 Dec 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 5,446 miles
- Average per year
- 10,093 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 187,740 miles
- 2024 – 182,294 miles
- 2023 – 176,512 miles
- 2022 – 170,478 miles
- 2021 – 166,408 miles
- 2020 – 163,377 miles
- 2019 – 156,285 miles
- 2018 – 146,587 miles
- 2017 – 138,362 miles
- 2016 – 130,568 miles
- 2015 – 120,469 miles
- 2014 – 110,980 miles
- 2013 – 102,324 miles
- 2012 – 82,524 miles
- 2011 – 53,045 miles
- 2010 – 36,195 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass187,740 miles
No defects or advisories were recorded.
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 Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement & offside rear 'D' bushes
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Both rear shock absorber upper mounts are corroding
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Centre exhaust heat shield is loose
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Oil residue engine area
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Brake pedal wearing smooth
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023
Full MOT history
27 tests since 13 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass187,740 miles (+5,446)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2026
- Odometer
- 187,740 miles
- Test number
- 680710247775
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass182,294 miles (+25)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2025
- Odometer
- 182,294 miles
- Test number
- 220991632956
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement & offside rear 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber upper mounts are corroding
- AdvisoryCentre exhaust heat shield is loose
- AdvisoryOil residue engine area
Fail182,269 miles (+5,757)2 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 182,269 miles
- Test number
- 125422601315
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated & link has play (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement & offside rear 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber upper mounts are corroding
- AdvisoryCentre exhaust heat shield is loose
- AdvisoryOil residue engine area
Pass176,512 miles (+6,034)10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2024
- Odometer
- 176,512 miles
- Test number
- 897176566968
- AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose and rattling
- AdvisoryFoot brake pedal has travel
- AdvisorySill covers fitted
Pass170,478 miles (+14)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2023
- Odometer
- 170,478 miles
- Test number
- 839767754026
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail170,464 miles (+4,056)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 170,464 miles
- Test number
- 262534579014
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
- MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass166,408 miles (+3,031)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2022
- Odometer
- 166,408 miles
- Test number
- 448460342456
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play On limit now (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass163,377 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2021
- Odometer
- 163,377 miles
- Test number
- 927576024303
- AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose & rattling
Fail163,377 miles (+7,092)1 major1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 163,377 miles
- Test number
- 635836361849
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose & rattling
Pass156,285 miles1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 156,285 miles
- Test number
- 282234112016
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on outer edges nearside & offside
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryFront wiper blades deteriorating nearside & offside
- AdvisoryHorn deteriorating
- AdvisoryLower gearbox mount deteriorating
- AdvisoryOil residue engine areas
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment
- AdvisorySome washer jets blocked
Fail156,285 miles (+9,698)1 repaired1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 156,285 miles
- Test number
- 328224986556
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on outer edges nearside & offside
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryFront wiper blades deteriorating nearside & offside
- AdvisoryHorn deteriorating
- AdvisoryLower gearbox mount deteriorating
- AdvisoryOil residue engine areas
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment
- AdvisorySome washer jets blocked
Pass146,587 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2019
- Odometer
- 146,587 miles
- Test number
- 913357282789
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Fail146,586 miles (+8,224)2 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 146,586 miles
- Test number
- 122896869085
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine management light is illuminated - pre 2008
Pass138,362 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2018
- Odometer
- 138,362 miles
- Test number
- 573237832408
- AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded nearside & offside (2.4.C.1b)
Fail138,361 miles (+7,793)5 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 138,361 miles
- Test number
- 603569454558
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases EGR / turbos area's (7.1.2)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded nearside & offside (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin lower than the nearside (3.5.1g)
Pass130,568 miles
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2017
- Odometer
- 130,568 miles
- Test number
- 595890273468
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail130,568 miles (+10,099)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 130,568 miles
- Test number
- 531872887047
- Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Pass120,469 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2016
- Odometer
- 120,469 miles
- Test number
- 548087223702
- AdvisorySmell of diesel from engine area, no obvious leaks & engine covers are fitted
Fail120,468 miles (+9,488)2 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 120,468 miles
- Test number
- 452095836743
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (4.1.D.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside rear pads are worn lower than the nearside
- AdvisorySmell of diesel from engine area, no obvious leaks & engine covers are fitted
Pass110,980 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2015
- Odometer
- 110,980 miles
- Test number
- 236246644368
- AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
- AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)
Fail110,978 miles (+8,654)3 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 110,978 miles
- Test number
- 686946944361
- FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
- FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
- AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)
Pass102,324 miles (+19,800)3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2014
- Odometer
- 102,324 miles
- Test number
- 288173643363
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteFaint smell of diesel from engine area, unable to fully check due to engine cover
Pass82,524 miles
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2013
- Odometer
- 82,524 miles
- Test number
- 867112752371
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail82,524 miles (+29,479)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 82,524 miles
- Test number
- 715122152349
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- 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)
Pass53,045 miles
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2012
- Odometer
- 53,045 miles
- Test number
- 396321141345
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail53,045 miles (+16,850)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 53,045 miles
- Test number
- 135931641339
- FailureNearside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Pass36,195 miles
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2011
- Odometer
- 36,195 miles
- Test number
- 983887840393
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LB57 XPH
- Does LB57 XPH currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 XPH is valid until 20 Dec 2026.
- When is the MOT due on LB57 XPH?
- The MOT on LB57 XPH is valid until 20 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LB57 XPH done?
- LB57 XPH was recorded at 187,740 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 10,093 miles a year.
- Has LB57 XPH ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LB57 XPH has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2024.
- Has the mileage on LB57 XPH 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 XPH find?
- LB57 XPH passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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