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Saab 9-3

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LD08 AZAMOT history

LD08 AZA is a grey diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 7 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 117,143 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

LD08 AZA grey 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 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
117,143 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,845 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 AZA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
7 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 AZA was last recorded at 117,143 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,142 miles · 30 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,845 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,143 miles
  • 2025 – 115,705 miles
  • 2024 – 114,285 miles
  • 2023 – 111,758 miles
  • 2022 – 109,336 miles
  • 2021 – 107,500 miles
  • 2020 – 105,689 miles
  • 2019 – 103,201 miles
  • 2018 – 99,049 miles
  • 2017 – 95,244 miles
  • 2016 – 91,592 miles
  • 2015 – 83,037 miles
  • 2014 – 74,038 miles
  • 2013 – 68,843 miles
  • 2012 – 62,862 miles
  • 2011 – 57,268 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,143 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded 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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,143 miles (+1)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    117,143 miles
    Test number
    319965934669
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail117,142 miles (+1,437)3 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,142 miles
    Test number
    301844658786
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached upper mounting rotted off (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached upper mounting rotted off (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass115,705 miles (+1,420)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    115,705 miles
    Test number
    813857099000
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDMF/ Clutch noisy
    • AdvisoryExhaust fumes from under bonnet but no leak visible
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes, It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

  4. Pass114,285 miles (+2,527)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    114,285 miles
    Test number
    534845311440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass111,758 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    111,758 miles
    Test number
    255506690998
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail111,758 miles (+2,422)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,758 miles
    Test number
    763862004211
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass109,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    109,336 miles
    Test number
    492909600571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail109,336 miles (+1,836)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,336 miles
    Test number
    521466063520
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass107,500 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    107,500 miles
    Test number
    488915384091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail107,493 miles (+1,804)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,493 miles
    Test number
    169888164212
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases EGR pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass105,689 miles (+2,488)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    105,689 miles
    Test number
    457826422105
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass103,201 miles (+42)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    103,201 miles
    Test number
    617942893876
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail103,159 miles (+4,110)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,159 miles
    Test number
    825039901980
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass99,049 miles (+3,805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    99,049 miles
    Test number
    709714490003
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass95,244 miles (+3,652)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    95,244 miles
    Test number
    998574740469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass91,592 miles (+729)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    91,592 miles
    Test number
    928488135523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass90,863 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    90,863 miles
    Test number
    676620927243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail90,863 miles (+7,826)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,863 miles
    Test number
    682601664038
    • FailureNearside Rear Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass83,037 miles (+8,999)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    83,037 miles
    Test number
    108798715255
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass74,038 miles (+5,195)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    74,038 miles
    Test number
    526624554139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail68,843 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,843 miles
    Test number
    226809253090
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteN/s & o/s rear tyres wearing on inner edges

  22. Pass68,843 miles (+5,981)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    68,843 miles
    Test number
    356909853011
    • NoteN/s & o/s rear tyres wearing on inner edges

  23. Pass62,862 miles (+5,594)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    62,862 miles
    Test number
    705490862092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass57,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    57,268 miles
    Test number
    876706761077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail57,268 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,268 miles
    Test number
    809426161030
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteFront o/s of under tray damaged and missing allowing water and dirt ingress to engine ecu

Questions about LD08 AZA

Does LD08 AZA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 AZA is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 AZA?
The MOT on LD08 AZA is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 AZA done?
LD08 AZA was recorded at 117,143 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 3,845 miles a year.
Has LD08 AZA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 AZA has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 AZA 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 LD08 AZA find?
LD08 AZA passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 3 minor defects: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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