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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,988 cc

LD53 ZXRMOT history

LD53 ZXR is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 29 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 14 Jun 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 97,370 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Jun 2025
Mileage
97,370 mi
At MOT on 19 Jun 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,853 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 ZXR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Jun 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD53 ZXR was last recorded at 97,370 miles on 19 Jun 2025, 1,398 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,972 miles · 15 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
1,398 miles
Average per year
3,853 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,370 miles
  • 2024 – 95,972 miles
  • 2023 – 94,207 miles
  • 2022 – 93,064 miles
  • 2021 – 90,366 miles
  • 2020 – 88,405 miles
  • 2019 – 84,556 miles
  • 2018 – 80,712 miles
  • 2017 – 78,050 miles
  • 2016 – 77,020 miles
  • 2015 – 75,159 miles
  • 2014 – 73,541 miles
  • 2013 – 71,676 miles
  • 2012 – 69,932 miles
  • 2011 – 67,653 miles
  • 2010 – 65,730 miles
  • 2009 – 56,032 miles
  • 2008 – 45,815 miles
  • 2007 – 35,397 miles
  • 2006 – 25,272 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail97,370 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail97,370 miles (+1,398)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,370 miles
    Test number
    871107078539
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass95,972 miles (+1,765)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    95,972 miles
    Test number
    133196769711
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive turbo pipe area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass94,207 miles (+1,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    94,207 miles
    Test number
    984185596834
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass93,064 miles (+2,698)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    93,064 miles
    Test number
    212914589632
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise nearside door mirror glass missing.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass90,366 miles (+1,961)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    90,366 miles
    Test number
    976207671915
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass88,405 miles (+3,849)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    88,405 miles
    Test number
    738626739166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside wing mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass84,556 miles (+3,844)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    84,556 miles
    Test number
    298192989720
    • AdvisoryAdvise front brake pads wearing low and brake discs lipped.
    • AdvisoryAdvise nearside door mirror glass damaged.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise both rear tyres wearing unevenly inner edges.

  8. Pass80,712 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    80,712 miles
    Test number
    882225520235
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK

  9. Fail80,709 miles (+2,659)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,709 miles
    Test number
    290845616643
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed OUTER SIDE WALL (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE FRONT TYRE OUTER SIDE WALL SPLIT
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass78,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    78,050 miles
    Test number
    886710817383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail78,050 miles (+1,030)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,050 miles
    Test number
    665885013796
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE HEADLAMP LENS WEATHERED

  12. Pass77,020 miles (+1,861)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    77,020 miles
    Test number
    780908518402
    • AdvisoryAdvise both front headlight lenses faded.

  13. Pass75,159 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    75,159 miles
    Test number
    156609405413
    • NoteAdvise both head lamp lenses deteriorating,starting to effect beam image

  14. Fail75,157 miles (+1,616)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,157 miles
    Test number
    868909205074
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteAdvise both head lamp lenses deteriorating,starting to effect beam image

  15. Pass73,541 miles (+1,865)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    73,541 miles
    Test number
    555448204027
    • NoteAdvise front brake discs lipped.
    • NoteAdvise nearside front headlight has a reduced output of light.

  16. Pass71,676 miles (+1,744)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    71,676 miles
    Test number
    696199403067
    • NoteAdvise front brake discs lipped and worn.

  17. Pass69,932 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    69,932 miles
    Test number
    897410612082
    • NoteAdvise front brake discs lipped.

  18. Fail69,931 miles (+2,278)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,931 miles
    Test number
    819040312048
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteAdvise front brake discs lipped.

  19. Pass67,653 miles (+1,923)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    67,653 miles
    Test number
    235600411099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass65,730 miles (+9,698)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    65,730 miles
    Test number
    341822180258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass56,032 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    56,032 miles
    Test number
    732190189211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail56,014 miles (+10,199)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,014 miles
    Test number
    771468279203
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass45,815 miles (+10,418)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    45,815 miles
    Test number
    423130488223
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing out of shape on inner edge

  24. Pass35,397 miles (+10,125)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    35,397 miles
    Test number
    600761377216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,272 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    25,272 miles
    Test number
    321905576202
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LD53 ZXR

Does LD53 ZXR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 ZXR expired on 14 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 ZXR?
The MOT on LD53 ZXR expired on 14 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 ZXR done?
LD53 ZXR was recorded at 97,370 miles at its MOT on 19 Jun 2025, an average of 3,853 miles a year.
Has LD53 ZXR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 ZXR has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 ZXR 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 ZXR find?
LD53 ZXR failed its latest MOT on 19 Jun 2025 with 4 major defects and 1 minor defect: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside track rod end ball joint has excessive play; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 2 more.

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