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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,988 cc

LC08 UAMMOT history

LC08 UAM is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 20 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 170,816 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

LC08 UAM silver Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Saab 9-3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
170,816 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
9,294 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 UAM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 UAM was last recorded at 170,816 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 5,374 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,442 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,374 miles
Average per year
9,294 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,816 miles
  • 2025 – 165,442 miles
  • 2024 – 159,572 miles
  • 2023 – 154,928 miles
  • 2022 – 148,143 miles
  • 2021 – 139,474 miles
  • 2020 – 130,090 miles
  • 2019 – 124,835 miles
  • 2018 – 118,277 miles
  • 2017 – 114,426 miles
  • 2016 – 108,368 miles
  • 2015 – 95,839 miles
  • 2014 – 82,429 miles
  • 2013 – 66,506 miles
  • 2012 – 50,906 miles
  • 2011 – 35,813 miles
  • 2010 – 20,887 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,816 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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 Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,816 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    170,816 miles
    Test number
    155370321085
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail170,814 miles (+5,372)1 dangerous3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,814 miles
    Test number
    306786415705
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass165,442 miles (+5)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    165,442 miles
    Test number
    336067459913
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail165,437 miles (+5,865)1 dangerous5 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,437 miles
    Test number
    914476982451
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt radius arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt radius arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass159,572 miles (+4,644)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    159,572 miles
    Test number
    401651499762
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Weep from cylinder head. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear suspension front arm lower joint has play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear suspension front arm lower joint has play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass154,928 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    154,928 miles
    Test number
    852193246297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail154,920 miles (+6,777)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,920 miles
    Test number
    465852691697
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass148,143 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    148,143 miles
    Test number
    172328980242
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal split
    • AdvisoryNsf fog lamp not working

  9. Fail148,140 miles (+8,666)1 dangerous3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,140 miles
    Test number
    430270831510
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3 deep cuts in outside sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and heavily worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal split
    • AdvisoryNsf fog lamp not working

  10. Pass139,474 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    139,474 miles
    Test number
    756313277728
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both side front (NSF&OSF) (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (NSR&OSR&NSF)worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail139,474 miles (+9,384)1 dangerous6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,474 miles
    Test number
    306026207004
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both side front (NSF&OSF) (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (NSR&OSR&NSF)worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass130,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    130,090 miles
    Test number
    728623963675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail130,090 miles (+5,255)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,090 miles
    Test number
    392806923367
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass124,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    124,835 miles
    Test number
    674529623358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail124,835 miles (+6,558)3 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,835 miles
    Test number
    804521606693
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system by brake pipe to callper. (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  16. Pass118,277 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    118,277 miles
    Test number
    895596156422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail118,237 miles (+3,811)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,237 miles
    Test number
    876815620025
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  18. Pass114,426 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    114,426 miles
    Test number
    305580331385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail114,422 miles (+6,054)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,422 miles
    Test number
    414953727853
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking leaking from cap seal (2.3.3b)

  20. Pass108,368 miles (+2,126)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    108,368 miles
    Test number
    138676197930
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cut in outer side wall tyre (not showing cords)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pads getting low

  21. Pass106,242 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    106,242 miles
    Test number
    418201575465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail106,242 miles (+10,403)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,242 miles
    Test number
    432703258798
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass95,839 miles (+13,410)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    95,839 miles
    Test number
    267106575171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail82,429 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,429 miles
    Test number
    546600574157
    • Repaired at testOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  25. Pass82,429 miles (+15,923)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    82,429 miles
    Test number
    606180174111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass66,506 miles (+15,600)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    66,506 miles
    Test number
    127555363104
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  27. Pass50,906 miles (+15,093)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    50,906 miles
    Test number
    587384482180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass35,813 miles (+14,926)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    35,813 miles
    Test number
    247799291437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass20,887 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    20,887 miles
    Test number
    904298010229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC08 UAM

Does LC08 UAM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC08 UAM is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC08 UAM?
The MOT on LC08 UAM is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC08 UAM done?
LC08 UAM was recorded at 170,816 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 9,294 miles a year.
Has LC08 UAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 UAM has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LC08 UAM 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 UAM find?
LC08 UAM passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside headlamp lens slightly defective; oil leak, but not excessive.

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