Saab logo

Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,000 cc

LD06 DFNMOT history

LD06 DFN is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 21 Apr 2006. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 133,047 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

LD06 DFN black 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 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
133,047 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,529 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LD06 DFN in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LD06 DFN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
21 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD06 DFN was last recorded at 133,047 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,045 miles · 2 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,529 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,047 miles
  • 2025 – 128,198 miles
  • 2024 – 124,446 miles
  • 2023 – 122,752 miles
  • 2022 – 118,991 miles
  • 2021 – 114,882 miles
  • 2020 – 111,055 miles
  • 2019 – 107,213 miles
  • 2018 – 102,373 miles
  • 2017 – 98,835 miles
  • 2016 – 95,334 miles
  • 2015 – 90,828 miles
  • 2014 – 86,823 miles
  • 2013 – 81,947 miles
  • 2012 – 77,415 miles
  • 2011 – 68,000 miles
  • 2010 – 45,030 miles
  • 2009 – 18,763 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,047 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRusting to all rear suspension and rear subframeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,047 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    133,047 miles
    Test number
    441924127215
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRusting to all rear suspension and rear subframe
  2. Fail133,045 miles (+4,847)2 dangerous5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,045 miles
    Test number
    454151017127
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached mounting (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached mounting (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRusting to all rear suspension and rear subframe
  3. Pass128,198 miles (+3,752)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    128,198 miles
    Test number
    246138179269
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass124,446 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    124,446 miles
    Test number
    538624293662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail124,436 miles (+1,684)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,436 miles
    Test number
    226283264984
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working side (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced side light flashing (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass122,752 miles (+3,761)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    122,752 miles
    Test number
    192183712448
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass118,991 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    118,991 miles
    Test number
    231143283687
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail118,986 miles (+4,104)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,986 miles
    Test number
    761125356235
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass114,882 miles (+3,827)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    114,882 miles
    Test number
    705566208562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass111,055 miles (+3,842)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    111,055 miles
    Test number
    373284400834
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both blue (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  11. Pass107,213 miles (+4,840)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    107,213 miles
    Test number
    598607537460
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  12. Pass102,373 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    102,373 miles
    Test number
    183753129515
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Fail102,373 miles (+3,538)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,373 miles
    Test number
    571164528892
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  14. Pass98,835 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    98,835 miles
    Test number
    555440696583
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracked in tread shoulder
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn uneven
    • AdvisoryNail in n/s rear tyre
  15. Fail98,835 miles (+3,501)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,835 miles
    Test number
    246205525153
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rose joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rose joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracked in tread shoulder
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn uneven
    • AdvisoryNail in n/s rear tyre
  16. Pass95,334 miles (+4,506)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    95,334 miles
    Test number
    944020437744
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint stub axle (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has object in tread & small cut showing cords (replacement soon)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn uneven on inner edge & cracking on tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush stub axle (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn uneven on inner edge & cracking on tread
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
  17. Pass90,828 miles (+4,005)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    90,828 miles
    Test number
    858569364396
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear object in tread centre of tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Both sides cracks in inner and outer tread area
  18. Pass86,823 miles (+4,876)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    86,823 miles
    Test number
    519987064252
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner and outer edges
    • NoteRear tyres cracks in tread area
  19. Fail81,947 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,947 miles
    Test number
    408983063201
    • Repaired at testElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteWipers poor
  20. Pass81,947 miles (+4,532)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    81,947 miles
    Test number
    426933063297
    • NoteWipers poor
  21. Pass77,415 miles (+9,415)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    77,415 miles
    Test number
    149139862203
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edge
  22. Pass68,000 miles (+22,970)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    68,000 miles
    Test number
    585705901125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,030 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    45,030 miles
    Test number
    284151110144
    • 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)
  24. Fail45,030 miles (+26,267)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,030 miles
    Test number
    562660710104
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • 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)
  25. Pass18,763 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    18,763 miles
    Test number
    580475809118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LD06 DFN

Does LD06 DFN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD06 DFN is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD06 DFN?
The MOT on LD06 DFN is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD06 DFN done?
LD06 DFN was recorded at 133,047 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 6,529 miles a year.
Has LD06 DFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD06 DFN has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LD06 DFN 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 LD06 DFN find?
LD06 DFN passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

Browse all LD06D registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.