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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LD08 YMFMOT history

LD08 YMF is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 28 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 14 Feb 2023 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 187,003 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Feb 2022.

LD08 YMF 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 14 Feb 2023
Mileage
187,003 mi
At MOT on 15 Feb 2022
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
12,237 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 YMF
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
28 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 YMF was last recorded at 187,003 miles on 15 Feb 2022, 21,909 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,094 miles · 11 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
21,909 miles
Average per year
12,237 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 187,003 miles
  • 2020 – 165,094 miles
  • 2019 – 147,452 miles
  • 2018 – 137,973 miles
  • 2017 – 124,871 miles
  • 2016 – 111,230 miles
  • 2015 – 100,091 miles
  • 2014 – 87,748 miles
  • 2013 – 71,139 miles
  • 2012 – 61,738 miles
  • 2011 – 52,514 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,003 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

17 tests since 17 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,003 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    187,003 miles
    Test number
    552465695580
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail187,003 miles (+21,909)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,003 miles
    Test number
    723397948709
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass165,094 miles (+17,642)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    165,094 miles
    Test number
    623043453491
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass147,452 miles (+9,479)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    147,452 miles
    Test number
    306167384552
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass137,973 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    137,973 miles
    Test number
    716380550476
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail137,973 miles (+13,102)3 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,973 miles
    Test number
    459114378589
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOther passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass124,871 miles (+13,641)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    124,871 miles
    Test number
    427348375126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass111,230 miles (+11,139)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    111,230 miles
    Test number
    358749396581
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail100,091 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,091 miles
    Test number
    225320845403
    • Repaired at testTyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass100,091 miles (+12,343)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    100,091 miles
    Test number
    616760245193
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass87,748 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    87,748 miles
    Test number
    186076434131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail87,748 miles (+16,609)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,748 miles
    Test number
    275706734450
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass71,139 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    71,139 miles
    Test number
    719421913018
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail71,139 miles (+9,401)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,139 miles
    Test number
    189081613414
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass61,738 miles (+9,224)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    61,738 miles
    Test number
    248596142003
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass52,514 miles (+61)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    52,514 miles
    Test number
    108989341416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail52,453 miles1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,453 miles
    Test number
    329448941013
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LD08 YMF

Does LD08 YMF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 YMF expired on 14 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 YMF?
The MOT on LD08 YMF expired on 14 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 YMF done?
LD08 YMF was recorded at 187,003 miles at its MOT on 15 Feb 2022, an average of 12,237 miles a year.
Has LD08 YMF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 YMF has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LD08 YMF 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 YMF find?
LD08 YMF passed its latest MOT on 15 Feb 2022 with 6 advisories: front lower coil spring corroded both sides; front oil leak, but not excessive; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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