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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,998 cc

LC57 VTUMOT history

LC57 VTU is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 18 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 129,062 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

LC57 VTU silver Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
129,062 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,028 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC57 VTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
18 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC57 VTU was last recorded at 129,062 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 2,732 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,330 miles · 19 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,732 miles
Average per year
7,028 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,062 miles
  • 2024 – 126,330 miles
  • 2023 – 124,711 miles
  • 2022 – 122,477 miles
  • 2021 – 120,150 miles
  • 2020 – 117,873 miles
  • 2019 – 109,573 miles
  • 2018 – 94,645 miles
  • 2017 – 84,269 miles
  • 2016 – 74,658 miles
  • 2015 – 71,436 miles
  • 2014 – 63,147 miles
  • 2013 – 55,461 miles
  • 2012 – 48,261 miles
  • 2011 – 25,223 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,062 miles
  • 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))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,062 miles (+2,732)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    129,062 miles
    Test number
    944649533333
    • 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))

  2. Pass126,330 miles (+1,619)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    126,330 miles
    Test number
    948154318872
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass124,711 miles (+2,234)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    124,711 miles
    Test number
    171954258439
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass122,477 miles (+2,327)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    122,477 miles
    Test number
    645878965826
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Hand brake effort slightly low.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass120,150 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    120,150 miles
    Test number
    920642788822
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Slightly low on handbrake effort overall result ok.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail120,150 miles (+2,277)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,150 miles
    Test number
    546113776666
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Slightly low on handbrake effort overall result ok.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass117,873 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    117,873 miles
    Test number
    704404422610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail117,870 miles (+8,297)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,870 miles
    Test number
    228825758072
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass109,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    109,573 miles
    Test number
    877489068209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail109,573 miles (+14,928)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,573 miles
    Test number
    422362659337
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield insecure

  11. Pass94,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    94,645 miles
    Test number
    782408318065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail94,645 miles (+10,376)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,645 miles
    Test number
    801050958031
    • Repaired at testObligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass84,269 miles (+9,611)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    84,269 miles
    Test number
    922857217340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,658 miles (+3,222)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    74,658 miles
    Test number
    205155885458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,436 miles (+8,289)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    71,436 miles
    Test number
    764266455522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass63,147 miles (+7,686)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    63,147 miles
    Test number
    346383264346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,461 miles (+7,200)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    55,461 miles
    Test number
    376366643356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    48,261 miles
    Test number
    257617012304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail48,261 miles (+6,703)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,261 miles
    Test number
    668267312375
    • FailureOffside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass41,558 miles (+16,335)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    41,558 miles
    Test number
    569608882062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront pads appear low. front no plate deteriorating. handbrake high

  21. Pass25,223 miles (+413)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    25,223 miles
    Test number
    916170891020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,810 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    24,810 miles
    Test number
    789498511059
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LC57 VTU

Does LC57 VTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC57 VTU is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC57 VTU?
The MOT on LC57 VTU is valid until 28 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC57 VTU done?
LC57 VTU was recorded at 129,062 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 7,028 miles a year.
Has LC57 VTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC57 VTU has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LC57 VTU 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 LC57 VTU find?
LC57 VTU passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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