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Saab 9-3

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LC08 DJUMOT history

LC08 DJU is a grey diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 12 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 210,605 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

LC08 DJU grey Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
210,605 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
12,378 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 DJU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
12 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 DJU was last recorded at 210,605 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 129 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,476 miles · 19 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
129 miles
Average per year
12,378 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 210,605 miles
  • 2025 – 193,182 miles
  • 2024 – 172,961 miles
  • 2023 – 145,134 miles
  • 2022 – 126,552 miles
  • 2021 – 110,888 miles
  • 2019 – 90,142 miles
  • 2018 – 75,301 miles
  • 2017 – 65,868 miles
  • 2016 – 61,885 miles
  • 2015 – 56,193 miles
  • 2014 – 49,231 miles
  • 2013 – 41,318 miles
  • 2012 – 33,926 miles
  • 2011 – 27,160 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass210,605 miles
  • AdvisoryDPF LIGHT ON.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass210,605 miles (+129)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    210,605 miles
    Test number
    469479880942
    • AdvisoryDPF LIGHT ON.
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail210,476 miles (+17,294)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,476 miles
    Test number
    933381343564
    • DangerousRear Fuel pipe union leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter. (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryDPF LIGHT ON.
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass193,182 miles (+20,221)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    193,182 miles
    Test number
    542349831085
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass172,961 miles (+27,827)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    172,961 miles
    Test number
    215340114498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass145,134 miles (+18,582)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    145,134 miles
    Test number
    644670757378
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass126,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    126,552 miles
    Test number
    794683873919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail126,552 miles (+15,664)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,552 miles
    Test number
    613478298257
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass110,888 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    110,888 miles
    Test number
    644952805304
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail110,888 miles (+20,746)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,888 miles
    Test number
    300419658741
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass90,142 miles (+14,841)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    90,142 miles
    Test number
    739638028884
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively and slightly corroded N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter slight seepage

  11. Pass75,301 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    75,301 miles
    Test number
    501456993277
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive light misting around fuel filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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. Fail75,300 miles (+9,432)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,300 miles
    Test number
    348404401433
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive light misting around fuel filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))

  13. Pass65,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    65,868 miles
    Test number
    392924723762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail65,868 miles (+3,983)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,868 miles
    Test number
    329573429675
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass61,885 miles (+5,692)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    61,885 miles
    Test number
    955641484079
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass56,193 miles (+6,962)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    56,193 miles
    Test number
    837000955199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,231 miles (+7,913)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    49,231 miles
    Test number
    797139644145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,318 miles (+7,392)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    41,318 miles
    Test number
    348919153195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail33,926 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,926 miles
    Test number
    825983442106
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  20. Pass33,926 miles (+6,766)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    33,926 miles
    Test number
    918683242179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,160 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    27,160 miles
    Test number
    966996191024
    • NoteAdv engine management light on at time of test

Questions about LC08 DJU

Does LC08 DJU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC08 DJU is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC08 DJU?
The MOT on LC08 DJU is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC08 DJU done?
LC08 DJU was recorded at 210,605 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 12,378 miles a year.
Has LC08 DJU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 DJU has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LC08 DJU 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 LC08 DJU find?
LC08 DJU passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: dpf light on.; front lower engine mounting damaged but not to excess; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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