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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LD08 BCZMOT history

LD08 BCZ is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 25 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 136,612 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

LD08 BCZ 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 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
136,612 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,532 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 BCZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 BCZ was last recorded at 136,612 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 4,262 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,350 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,262 miles
Average per year
7,532 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,612 miles
  • 2025 – 132,350 miles
  • 2024 – 128,852 miles
  • 2023 – 124,822 miles
  • 2022 – 108,294 miles
  • 2021 – 98,875 miles
  • 2020 – 92,863 miles
  • 2019 – 88,977 miles
  • 2017 – 79,865 miles
  • 2016 – 67,312 miles
  • 2015 – 60,084 miles
  • 2013 – 51,984 miles
  • 2011 – 26,878 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,612 miles

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,612 miles (+4,262)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    136,612 miles
    Test number
    974376216252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass132,350 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    132,350 miles
    Test number
    227675844276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail132,346 miles (+3,494)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,346 miles
    Test number
    398253154367
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure badly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass128,852 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    128,852 miles
    Test number
    839303302555
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Fail128,846 miles (+4,024)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,846 miles
    Test number
    548557666811
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. spare wheel space saver fitted to (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass124,822 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    124,822 miles
    Test number
    791001972451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail124,811 miles (+16,517)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,811 miles
    Test number
    186777555278
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device insecure (3.1 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass108,294 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    108,294 miles
    Test number
    127678290035
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail108,286 miles (+9,411)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,286 miles
    Test number
    313273324877
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass98,875 miles (+6,012)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    98,875 miles
    Test number
    768875427730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass92,863 miles (+3,886)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    92,863 miles
    Test number
    549043149692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,977 miles (+9,112)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    88,977 miles
    Test number
    849955139122
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass79,865 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    79,865 miles
    Test number
    832367572241
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight blow from exhaust front flexi pipe... (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre scuffed on outter wall...
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner tread....
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  14. Fail79,864 miles (+5,578)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,864 miles
    Test number
    991901599343
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre scuffed on outter wall...
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner tread....
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  15. Pass74,286 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    74,286 miles
    Test number
    174928995367
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases SLIGHT BLOW FROM FRONT FLEXI PIPE... (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail74,285 miles (+6,973)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,285 miles
    Test number
    155151497909
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords INNER WALL SPLIT... (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases SLIGHT BLOW FROM FRONT FLEXI PIPE... (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass67,312 miles (+7,228)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    67,312 miles
    Test number
    956368361568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass60,084 miles (+8,100)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    60,084 miles
    Test number
    808049805048
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine man. light on the dashboard
    • NoteO/S wiperblade rubber tearing off
    • NoteService light on the dashboard

  19. Fail51,984 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,984 miles
    Test number
    408883753365
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass51,984 miles (+7,398)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    51,984 miles
    Test number
    456633753398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,586 miles (+17,708)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    44,586 miles
    Test number
    968983333073
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  22. Pass26,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    26,878 miles
    Test number
    147467521234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 BCZ

Does LD08 BCZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 BCZ is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 BCZ?
The MOT on LD08 BCZ is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 BCZ done?
LD08 BCZ was recorded at 136,612 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 7,532 miles a year.
Has LD08 BCZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 BCZ has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LD08 BCZ 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 BCZ find?
LD08 BCZ passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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