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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LD08 YOLMOT history

LD08 YOL is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 28 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 8 May 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 145,259 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2025.

LD08 YOL 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 8 May 2026
Mileage
145,259 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,431 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 YOL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 May 2026
Latest MOT test
9 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 YOL was last recorded at 145,259 miles on 9 May 2025, 2,232 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,027 miles · 24 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
2,232 miles
Average per year
7,431 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 145,259 miles
  • 2023 – 143,027 miles
  • 2022 – 135,402 miles
  • 2021 – 128,257 miles
  • 2020 – 120,978 miles
  • 2019 – 111,736 miles
  • 2018 – 108,376 miles
  • 2017 – 92,047 miles
  • 2016 – 84,071 miles
  • 2014 – 72,436 miles
  • 2013 – 65,100 miles
  • 2012 – 54,354 miles
  • 2011 – 41,910 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,259 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,259 miles (+2,232)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    145,259 miles
    Test number
    405726340108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass143,027 miles (+7,625)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    143,027 miles
    Test number
    401856792396
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass135,402 miles (+7,145)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    135,402 miles
    Test number
    269662777091
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass128,257 miles2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    128,257 miles
    Test number
    163425199538
    • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door stiff to open from the inside
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail128,257 miles (+7,279)1 repaired2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,257 miles
    Test number
    249085693822
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door stiff to open from the inside
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass120,978 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    120,978 miles
    Test number
    943631824055
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail120,971 miles (+9,235)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,971 miles
    Test number
    367746199631
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass111,736 miles (+3,360)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    111,736 miles
    Test number
    263914858299
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  9. Pass108,376 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    108,376 miles
    Test number
    779026859429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail108,374 miles (+5,406)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,374 miles
    Test number
    907038038053
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  11. Pass102,968 miles (+175)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    102,968 miles
    Test number
    115661893242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail102,793 miles (+10,746)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,793 miles
    Test number
    577053830482
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass92,047 miles (+61)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    92,047 miles
    Test number
    763604746065
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDE (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit INNER EDGE, PUNCTURED (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail91,986 miles (+7,915)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,986 miles
    Test number
    137988620314
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure DISTORTED INNER EDGE (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick BOTH SIDE (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDE (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit INNER EDGE, PUNCTURED (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass84,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    84,071 miles
    Test number
    272472761709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail84,065 miles (+11,629)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,065 miles
    Test number
    419860013004
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass72,436 miles (+7,336)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    72,436 miles
    Test number
    208746554346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass65,100 miles (+10,746)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    65,100 miles
    Test number
    396342753378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    54,354 miles
    Test number
    829400632206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail54,354 miles (+12,444)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,354 miles
    Test number
    805180932284
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass41,910 miles (+1,899)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    41,910 miles
    Test number
    399594531493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,011 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    40,011 miles
    Test number
    285340871075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LD08 YOL

Does LD08 YOL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 YOL expired on 8 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 YOL?
The MOT on LD08 YOL expired on 8 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 YOL done?
LD08 YOL was recorded at 145,259 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2025, an average of 7,431 miles a year.
Has LD08 YOL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 YOL has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LD08 YOL 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 YOL find?
LD08 YOL passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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