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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LD08 YLUMOT history

LD08 YLU is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 27 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 20 Jan 2022 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 122,229 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2022.

LD08 YLU black 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 20 Jan 2022
Mileage
122,229 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2022
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,154 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 YLU
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
27 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD08 YLU was last recorded at 122,229 miles on 20 Apr 2022, 2,115 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,114 miles · 21 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
2,115 miles
Average per year
5,154 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 122,229 miles
  • 2021 – 120,114 miles
  • 2020 – 118,212 miles
  • 2018 – 115,296 miles
  • 2017 – 111,657 miles
  • 2016 – 104,934 miles
  • 2015 – 98,202 miles
  • 2014 – 91,451 miles
  • 2013 – 82,213 miles
  • 2012 – 73,103 miles
  • 2011 – 68,032 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail122,229 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and worn outter edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Front Power steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both rear disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front slight blow on front fleix exhaust
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear cant open boot lid but can go throw rear doors
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

16 tests since 21 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail122,229 miles (+2,115)1 dangerous5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,229 miles
    Test number
    908416922757
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and worn outter edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Power steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both rear disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front slight blow on front fleix exhaust
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear cant open boot lid but can go throw rear doors
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass120,114 miles (+1,902)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    120,114 miles
    Test number
    450684629460
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre on limit exhast front flexi slight blow

  3. Pass118,212 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    118,212 miles
    Test number
    311120724771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail118,206 miles (+2,910)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,206 miles
    Test number
    955497596780
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass115,296 miles (+122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    115,296 miles
    Test number
    126792786097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail115,174 miles (+3,517)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,174 miles
    Test number
    592360903278
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  7. Pass111,657 miles (+6,723)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    111,657 miles
    Test number
    377193169091
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass104,934 miles (+6,732)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    104,934 miles
    Test number
    321497066011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass98,202 miles (+6,751)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    98,202 miles
    Test number
    758236005242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass91,451 miles (+9,238)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    91,451 miles
    Test number
    919299774012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    82,213 miles
    Test number
    477416483082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail82,213 miles (+9,110)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,213 miles
    Test number
    709561483065
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass73,103 miles (+5,071)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    73,103 miles
    Test number
    987702482012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail68,032 miles (+2,926)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,032 miles
    Test number
    687690881155
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass65,106 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    65,106 miles
    Test number
    168990281057
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Fail65,106 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,106 miles
    Test number
    535680981016
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LD08 YLU

Does LD08 YLU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 YLU expired on 20 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 YLU?
The MOT on LD08 YLU expired on 20 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 YLU done?
LD08 YLU was recorded at 122,229 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2022, an average of 5,154 miles a year.
Has LD08 YLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 YLU has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LD08 YLU 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 YLU find?
LD08 YLU failed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and worn outter edge; central front power steering component leaking rack; nearside front coil spring fractured or broken, and 8 more.

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