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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LC08 DMFMOT history

LC08 DMF is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 226,744 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

LC08 DMF black Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
226,744 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,317 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 DMF
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
30 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 DMF was last recorded at 226,744 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 15,523 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,221 miles · 9 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
15,523 miles
Average per year
8,317 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 226,744 miles
  • 2025 – 211,221 miles
  • 2024 – 197,631 miles
  • 2023 – 185,610 miles
  • 2022 – 174,500 miles
  • 2021 – 162,983 miles
  • 2020 – 153,275 miles
  • 2019 – 148,179 miles
  • 2018 – 141,578 miles
  • 2017 – 136,295 miles
  • 2016 – 132,135 miles
  • 2015 – 129,282 miles
  • 2014 – 125,978 miles
  • 2013 – 122,917 miles
  • 2012 – 119,808 miles
  • 2011 – 103,209 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass226,744 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 22 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass226,744 miles (+15,523)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    226,744 miles
    Test number
    796229706932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass211,221 miles (+13,590)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    211,221 miles
    Test number
    676580703570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass197,631 miles (+12,021)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    197,631 miles
    Test number
    576595927698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass185,610 miles (+11,110)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    185,610 miles
    Test number
    711555660439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass174,500 miles (+11,517)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    174,500 miles
    Test number
    423705718005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass162,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    162,983 miles
    Test number
    144654931218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail162,982 miles (+9,707)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,982 miles
    Test number
    920584152026
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass153,275 miles (+5,096)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    153,275 miles
    Test number
    666447111914
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass148,179 miles (+6,601)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    148,179 miles
    Test number
    474847543659
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  10. Pass141,578 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    141,578 miles
    Test number
    827999756947
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

  11. Fail141,561 miles (+5,266)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,561 miles
    Test number
    534229540354
    • FailureLower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

  12. Pass136,295 miles (+4,160)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    136,295 miles
    Test number
    226381177030
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass132,135 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    132,135 miles
    Test number
    820500059746
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail132,135 miles (+2,853)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,135 miles
    Test number
    275161714983
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass129,282 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    129,282 miles
    Test number
    128910975475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail129,279 miles (+3,301)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,279 miles
    Test number
    675309365028
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass125,978 miles (+3,061)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    125,978 miles
    Test number
    259803164077
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass122,917 miles (+3,109)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    122,917 miles
    Test number
    399747053061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass119,808 miles (+16,599)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    119,808 miles
    Test number
    105518762078
    • 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)

  20. Pass103,209 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    103,209 miles
    Test number
    879121781046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC08 DMF

Does LC08 DMF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC08 DMF is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC08 DMF?
The MOT on LC08 DMF is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC08 DMF done?
LC08 DMF was recorded at 226,744 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 8,317 miles a year.
Has LC08 DMF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 DMF has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LC08 DMF 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 DMF find?
LC08 DMF passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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