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Saab 9-3

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LD08 YLMMOT history

LD08 YLM is a silver diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 28 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 10 Aug 2024 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 172,775 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Sept 2024.

LD08 YLM silver Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Aug 2024
Mileage
172,775 mi
At MOT on 6 Sept 2024
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,908 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 YLM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Sept 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD08 YLM was last recorded at 172,775 miles on 6 Sept 2024, 8,818 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,957 miles · 11 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
8,818 miles
Average per year
9,908 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 172,775 miles
  • 2023 – 163,957 miles
  • 2022 – 152,527 miles
  • 2021 – 148,814 miles
  • 2020 – 146,785 miles
  • 2019 – 138,279 miles
  • 2018 – 130,207 miles
  • 2017 – 116,725 miles
  • 2016 – 102,671 miles
  • 2015 – 88,762 miles
  • 2014 – 79,183 miles
  • 2013 – 72,790 miles
  • 2012 – 62,446 miles
  • 2011 – 42,228 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail172,775 miles
  • MajorEngine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Exhaust silencer insecure

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 1 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail172,775 miles (+8,818)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,775 miles
    Test number
    380380575403
    • MajorEngine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass163,957 miles (+1,122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    163,957 miles
    Test number
    198582407138
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail162,835 miles (+10,308)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,835 miles
    Test number
    688732795614
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rack end (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass152,527 miles (+3,713)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    152,527 miles
    Test number
    734602647234
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear under car slight corrosion rear

  5. Pass148,814 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    148,814 miles
    Test number
    338963717678
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail148,814 miles (+2,029)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,814 miles
    Test number
    467574834093
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass146,785 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    146,785 miles
    Test number
    882365560906
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail146,785 miles (+8,506)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,785 miles
    Test number
    976113887790
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn n/s and o/s front drop links (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn rear d clamp (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass138,279 miles (+8,072)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2020
    Odometer
    138,279 miles
    Test number
    868616380484
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight wear in front brake pads and discs

  10. Pass130,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    130,207 miles
    Test number
    675970944296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail130,207 miles (+13,482)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,207 miles
    Test number
    191501170744
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass116,725 miles (+14,054)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    116,725 miles
    Test number
    630316527223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass102,671 miles (+13,909)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    102,671 miles
    Test number
    179509701403
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass88,762 miles (+9,579)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2016
    Odometer
    88,762 miles
    Test number
    627128115153
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass79,183 miles (+6,393)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    79,183 miles
    Test number
    308638524197
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWindscreen appears to be excessively tinted

  16. Pass72,790 miles (+10,344)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    72,790 miles
    Test number
    285120333164
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass62,446 miles (+20,218)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    62,446 miles
    Test number
    536264592233
    • NoteOffside front fog lamp is damaged.

  18. Pass42,228 miles (+3,401)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    42,228 miles
    Test number
    637131601309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,827 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    38,827 miles
    Test number
    668980461031
    • NoteF/o/s fog lamp cracked but not likley to cause injury to road users or pedestrians.

Questions about LD08 YLM

Does LD08 YLM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 YLM expired on 10 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 YLM?
The MOT on LD08 YLM expired on 10 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 YLM done?
LD08 YLM was recorded at 172,775 miles at its MOT on 6 Sept 2024, an average of 9,908 miles a year.
Has LD08 YLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 YLM has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LD08 YLM 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 YLM find?
LD08 YLM failed its latest MOT on 6 Sept 2024 with 6 major defects and 5 advisories: engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement; nearside front headlamp not working on dipped beam; nearside rear brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator, and 8 more.

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