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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,988 cc

LD53 ZYZMOT history

LD53 ZYZ is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 29 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 5 Dec 2025 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 94,932 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Dec 2025
Mileage
94,932 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,615 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 ZYZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD53 ZYZ was last recorded at 94,932 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 3,566 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,366 miles · 4 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,566 miles
Average per year
3,615 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,932 miles
  • 2024 – 91,366 miles
  • 2023 – 86,986 miles
  • 2022 – 83,063 miles
  • 2021 – 82,575 miles
  • 2020 – 82,247 miles
  • 2019 – 81,678 miles
  • 2018 – 80,449 miles
  • 2017 – 78,475 miles
  • 2016 – 75,535 miles
  • 2015 – 70,788 miles
  • 2014 – 67,216 miles
  • 2013 – 64,177 miles
  • 2012 – 61,039 miles
  • 2011 – 56,941 miles
  • 2010 – 51,292 miles
  • 2009 – 46,414 miles
  • 2008 – 40,186 miles
  • 2007 – 32,232 miles
  • 2006 – 25,599 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail94,932 miles
  • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroding at spring base (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroding at spring base (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And attached components (5.3.3 (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail94,932 miles (+3,566)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,932 miles
    Test number
    943981216249
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroding at spring base (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroding at spring base (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened And attached components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass91,366 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    91,366 miles
    Test number
    431818109940
    • 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))

  3. Fail91,366 miles (+4,380)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,366 miles
    Test number
    574845760224
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting fractured Shock absorber mounting bracket (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting fractured Shock absorber mounting bracket (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  4. Pass86,986 miles (+3,923)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    86,986 miles
    Test number
    941129318020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass83,063 miles (+488)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    83,063 miles
    Test number
    183725210173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass82,575 miles (+328)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    82,575 miles
    Test number
    830933310778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass82,247 miles (+569)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    82,247 miles
    Test number
    599781495371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,678 miles (+1,229)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    81,678 miles
    Test number
    606910206804
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stonechipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass80,449 miles (+1,974)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    80,449 miles
    Test number
    619198068792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,475 miles (+2,940)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    78,475 miles
    Test number
    820290538342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,535 miles (+4,747)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    75,535 miles
    Test number
    747156079903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,788 miles (+3,572)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    70,788 miles
    Test number
    789954971003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,216 miles (+3,039)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    67,216 miles
    Test number
    147218284278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,177 miles (+3,138)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    64,177 miles
    Test number
    176751783267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,039 miles (+4,098)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    61,039 miles
    Test number
    607142092290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

  16. Pass56,941 miles (+5,649)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    56,941 miles
    Test number
    545745081281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,292 miles (+4,878)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    51,292 miles
    Test number
    622427250220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,414 miles (+6,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    46,414 miles
    Test number
    901667069257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass40,186 miles (+7,954)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    40,186 miles
    Test number
    540723968253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,232 miles (+6,633)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    32,232 miles
    Test number
    332077167484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,599 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    25,599 miles
    Test number
    392913066456
    • NoteFront number plate deteriorated - replacement strongly recommended
    • NoteRear number plate starting to deteriorate

Questions about LD53 ZYZ

Does LD53 ZYZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 ZYZ expired on 5 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 ZYZ?
The MOT on LD53 ZYZ expired on 5 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 ZYZ done?
LD53 ZYZ was recorded at 94,932 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 3,615 miles a year.
Has LD53 ZYZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 ZYZ has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 ZYZ 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 ZYZ find?
LD53 ZYZ failed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 2 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside parking brake inoperative on one side; parking brake efficiency below requirements; nearside front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroding at spring base, and 4 more.

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