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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,998 cc

LD08 BCKMOT history

LD08 BCK is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 27 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 135,346 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LD08 BCK blue Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Saab 9-3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 Sept 2026
Mileage
135,346 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,830 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 BCK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD08 BCK was last recorded at 135,346 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 7,309 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,037 miles · 4 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,309 miles
Average per year
7,830 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,346 miles
  • 2025 – 128,037 miles
  • 2024 – 121,678 miles
  • 2023 – 115,909 miles
  • 2022 – 110,302 miles
  • 2021 – 101,924 miles
  • 2020 – 98,147 miles
  • 2019 – 94,357 miles
  • 2018 – 88,062 miles
  • 2017 – 80,752 miles
  • 2016 – 70,731 miles
  • 2015 – 59,624 miles
  • 2014 – 47,338 miles
  • 2013 – 35,840 miles
  • 2012 – 27,097 miles
  • 2011 – 17,799 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail135,346 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Rear silencer blowing (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Foremost mounting point subframe corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Upper shock absorber mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Upper shock absorber mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail135,346 miles (+7,309)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,346 miles
    Test number
    546839553156
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Rear silencer blowing (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Foremost mounting point subframe corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Upper shock absorber mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened Upper shock absorber mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass128,037 miles (+38)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    128,037 miles
    Test number
    529709300676
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail127,999 miles (+6,321)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,999 miles
    Test number
    200049976452
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted Outer spring missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Small split and dust cover insecure (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass121,678 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    121,678 miles
    Test number
    314290278158
    • 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))

  5. Fail121,653 miles (+5,744)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,653 miles
    Test number
    181013711979
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass115,909 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    115,909 miles
    Test number
    168088668803
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail115,909 miles (+5,607)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,909 miles
    Test number
    626506071755
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass110,302 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    110,302 miles
    Test number
    464723666244
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates rusty

  9. Fail110,302 miles (+8,378)1 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,302 miles
    Test number
    857257706511
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates rusty

  10. Pass101,924 miles (+3,777)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    101,924 miles
    Test number
    667523181858
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTop engine cover fitted ; Sill guards fitted

  11. Pass98,147 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    98,147 miles
    Test number
    831882796619
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail98,146 miles (+3,789)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,146 miles
    Test number
    520401654733
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass94,357 miles (+6,295)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    94,357 miles
    Test number
    732250310625
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass88,062 miles (+7,310)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    88,062 miles
    Test number
    201721564824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass80,752 miles (+10,021)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    80,752 miles
    Test number
    634321106372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,731 miles (+11,107)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    70,731 miles
    Test number
    489653880982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass59,624 miles (+12,286)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    59,624 miles
    Test number
    320487118558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    47,338 miles
    Test number
    705699164250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail47,338 miles (+11,498)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,338 miles
    Test number
    606699964289
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass35,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    35,840 miles
    Test number
    386584633244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail35,840 miles (+8,743)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,840 miles
    Test number
    629404133202
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass27,097 miles (+9,298)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    27,097 miles
    Test number
    225439042283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    17,799 miles
    Test number
    376460471266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 BCK

Does LD08 BCK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 BCK expired on 29 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 BCK?
The MOT on LD08 BCK expired on 29 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 BCK done?
LD08 BCK was recorded at 135,346 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 7,830 miles a year.
Has LD08 BCK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 BCK has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 BCK 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 BCK find?
LD08 BCK failed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 5 major defects and 4 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak rear silencer blowing; nearside rear subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength foremost mounting point subframe corroded, and 6 more.

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