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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,998 cc

LD53 ZXNMOT history

LD53 ZXN is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 21 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 96,700 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
96,700 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,809 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 ZXN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
21 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 ZXN was last recorded at 96,700 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 2,409 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
94,291 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,409 miles
Average per year
3,809 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,700 miles
  • 2025 – 94,291 miles
  • 2024 – 91,018 miles
  • 2023 – 86,690 miles
  • 2022 – 84,650 miles
  • 2021 – 82,846 miles
  • 2020 – 80,089 miles
  • 2019 – 77,025 miles
  • 2018 – 73,730 miles
  • 2017 – 70,877 miles
  • 2016 – 67,734 miles
  • 2015 – 63,640 miles
  • 2014 – 58,779 miles
  • 2013 – 56,462 miles
  • 2012 – 51,456 miles
  • 2011 – 46,318 miles
  • 2010 – 42,399 miles
  • 2009 – 37,931 miles
  • 2008 – 32,871 miles
  • 2007 – 28,497 miles
  • 2006 – 22,358 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,700 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 17 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,700 miles (+2,409)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    96,700 miles
    Test number
    783853908393
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass94,291 miles (+3,273)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    94,291 miles
    Test number
    525602495033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass91,018 miles (+4,328)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    91,018 miles
    Test number
    842036362741
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass86,690 miles (+2,040)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    86,690 miles
    Test number
    299889057403
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass84,650 miles (+1,804)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    84,650 miles
    Test number
    593775225452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass82,846 miles (+2,757)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    82,846 miles
    Test number
    567850987685
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass80,089 miles (+3,064)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    80,089 miles
    Test number
    401765512746
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass77,025 miles (+3,295)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    77,025 miles
    Test number
    202550567136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    73,730 miles
    Test number
    783465388800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail73,730 miles (+2,853)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,730 miles
    Test number
    490988804635
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  11. Pass70,877 miles (+3,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    70,877 miles
    Test number
    866860685520
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass67,734 miles (+4,094)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    67,734 miles
    Test number
    752774681043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,640 miles (+4,861)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    63,640 miles
    Test number
    367744015122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,779 miles (+2,317)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    58,779 miles
    Test number
    989558714194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,462 miles (+5,006)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    56,462 miles
    Test number
    475558803412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,456 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    51,456 miles
    Test number
    388146152280
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAdvice o/s/r tyre on having deep cuts on inner wall
    • NoteAig bag light on indicating fault
    • NoteFront wipers slightly smearing

  17. Fail51,456 miles (+5,138)2 repaired5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,456 miles
    Test number
    986636752297
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAdvice o/s/r tyre on having deep cuts on inner wall
    • NoteAig bag light on indicating fault
    • NoteFront wipers slightly smearing

  18. Pass46,318 miles (+3,919)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    46,318 miles
    Test number
    975118851274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,399 miles (+4,468)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    42,399 miles
    Test number
    380520080246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,931 miles (+5,060)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    37,931 miles
    Test number
    401644609451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,871 miles (+4,374)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    32,871 miles
    Test number
    494056698285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    28,497 miles
    Test number
    384235497229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail28,497 miles (+6,139)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,497 miles
    Test number
    414525197264
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass22,358 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    22,358 miles
    Test number
    222600396286
    • 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 LD53 ZXN

Does LD53 ZXN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 ZXN is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 ZXN?
The MOT on LD53 ZXN is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 ZXN done?
LD53 ZXN was recorded at 96,700 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 3,809 miles a year.
Has LD53 ZXN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 ZXN has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on LD53 ZXN 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 LD53 ZXN find?
LD53 ZXN passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.

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