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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,990 cc

LD03 ZVMMOT history

LD03 ZVM is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 14 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 109,270 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
109,270 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,725 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 ZVM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 ZVM was last recorded at 109,270 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 3,144 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Feb 2016: 84,901 miles, lower than 86,462 miles on 30 Jan 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
106,126 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,144 miles
Average per year
2,725 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,270 miles
  • 2025 – 106,126 miles
  • 2023 – 106,106 miles
  • 2020 – 102,727 miles
  • 2018 – 90,826 miles
  • 2017 – 86,920 miles
  • 2016 – 84,901 miles
  • 2015 – 86,462 miles
  • 2014 – 80,288 miles
  • 2013 – 77,486 miles
  • 2012 – 75,140 miles
  • 2011 – 73,048 miles
  • 2009 – 67,613 miles
  • 2008 – 62,883 miles
  • 2007 – 58,944 miles
  • 2006 – 54,330 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,270 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Both rear shockabsorbers corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    109,270 miles
    Test number
    600392184357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail109,270 miles (+3,144)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,270 miles
    Test number
    853930232102
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  3. Pass106,126 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    106,126 miles
    Test number
    637364365915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail106,125 miles (+19)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,125 miles
    Test number
    550536697835
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass106,106 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    106,106 miles
    Test number
    824210674936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail106,099 miles (+3,372)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,099 miles
    Test number
    110770349200
    • MajorFloor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Body component insecure inner wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass102,727 miles (+2,593)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    102,727 miles
    Test number
    652840674325
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • 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))

  8. Pass100,134 miles (+9,308)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    100,134 miles
    Test number
    708415440094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass90,826 miles (+2,735)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    90,826 miles
    Test number
    464707421186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass88,091 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    88,091 miles
    Test number
    163325222792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail88,081 miles (+1,161)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,081 miles
    Test number
    866027268382
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  12. Pass86,920 miles (+2,019)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    86,920 miles
    Test number
    349471355832
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroding.
    • AdvisoryMost suspension bushes cracking/perishing but not resulting in excessive movement.
    • AdvisoryMost suspension components corroding but do not appear seriously weakened.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush front bush. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint bottom ball joint. (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass84,901 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    84,901 miles
    Test number
    761813683061
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockabsorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated

  14. Fail84,901 miles (-1,561)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,901 miles
    Test number
    996949990512
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear to n/s r flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockabsorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust support bracket insecure
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp missing
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated

  15. Pass86,462 miles (+6,174)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    86,462 miles
    Test number
    125170635002
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust box braket is boken

  16. Fail80,288 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,288 miles
    Test number
    139728944094
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked and split around edges

  17. Pass80,288 miles (+2,802)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    80,288 miles
    Test number
    148498844400
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked and split around edges

  18. Pass77,486 miles (+2,346)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    77,486 miles
    Test number
    987980543043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass75,140 miles (+2,092)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    75,140 miles
    Test number
    395599542087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass73,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    73,048 miles
    Test number
    705423541012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    501398640006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass67,613 miles (+4,730)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    67,613 miles
    Test number
    274378529452
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass62,883 miles (+3,939)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    62,883 miles
    Test number
    301808038155
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass58,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    58,944 miles
    Test number
    720013247130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail58,944 miles (+4,614)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,944 miles
    Test number
    654016537153
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  26. Pass54,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    54,330 miles
    Test number
    281877136144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 ZVM

Does LD03 ZVM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 ZVM is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD03 ZVM?
The MOT on LD03 ZVM is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD03 ZVM done?
LD03 ZVM was recorded at 109,270 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 2,725 miles a year.
Has LD03 ZVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 ZVM has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LD03 ZVM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Feb 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD03 ZVM find?
LD03 ZVM passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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