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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,910 cc

LD56 BXNMOT history

LD56 BXN is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 11 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 20 Nov 2023 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 222,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Nov 2023.

LD56 BXN 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 20 Nov 2023
Mileage
222,678 mi
At MOT on 16 Nov 2023
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
12,236 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 BXN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
11 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Nov 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD56 BXN was last recorded at 222,678 miles on 16 Nov 2023, 19,798 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
202,880 miles · 21 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
19,798 miles
Average per year
12,236 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 222,678 miles
  • 2022 – 202,880 miles
  • 2021 – 177,700 miles
  • 2020 – 154,351 miles
  • 2019 – 149,588 miles
  • 2018 – 138,346 miles
  • 2017 – 123,432 miles
  • 2016 – 108,817 miles
  • 2015 – 94,151 miles
  • 2014 – 81,370 miles
  • 2013 – 75,811 miles
  • 2012 – 70,326 miles
  • 2011 – 61,861 miles
  • 2010 – 54,828 miles
  • 2009 – 48,214 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail222,678 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorLower Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Perishing

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively 25%

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail222,678 miles (+19,798)1 dangerous9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,678 miles
    Test number
    224439343398
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorLower Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass202,880 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    202,880 miles
    Test number
    757945560846
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail202,880 miles (+25,180)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,880 miles
    Test number
    164663638490
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass177,700 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    177,700 miles
    Test number
    250489631941
    • AdvisoryADVISE SEAT BELT CATCH OPERATION
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail177,700 miles (+23,349)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,700 miles
    Test number
    728191431576
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryADVISE SEAT BELT CATCH OPERATION
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass154,351 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    154,351 miles
    Test number
    341467484230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail154,324 miles (+4,736)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,324 miles
    Test number
    235453703411
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass149,588 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    149,588 miles
    Test number
    935510493829
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge near limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail149,588 miles (+11,242)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,588 miles
    Test number
    212213346604
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge near limit (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass138,346 miles (+111)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    138,346 miles
    Test number
    263370215524
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Perishing (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively 25% (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Fail138,235 miles (+14,803)2 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,235 miles
    Test number
    526625840701
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and outer ( Discs scored inner edge and lipped) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge and Close to legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and close to legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Perishing (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively 25% (1.2.1 (e))

  12. Pass123,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    123,432 miles
    Test number
    245642814855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail123,432 miles (+14,615)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,432 miles
    Test number
    411502370128
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass108,817 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    108,817 miles
    Test number
    427297136225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail108,817 miles (+14,666)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,817 miles
    Test number
    521788541364
    • FailureCentre Front Emissions not tested blowing too much to record on analyer (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy joint (7.1.2)

  16. Pass94,151 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    94,151 miles
    Test number
    195123556814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail94,151 miles (+12,781)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,151 miles
    Test number
    912904556461
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  18. Pass81,370 miles (+5,559)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    81,370 miles
    Test number
    595261084273
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass75,811 miles (+5,485)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    75,811 miles
    Test number
    427228073223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass70,326 miles (+8,465)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    70,326 miles
    Test number
    497230382248
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass61,861 miles (+7,033)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    61,861 miles
    Test number
    267750581265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass54,828 miles (+6,614)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    54,828 miles
    Test number
    614627750202
    • 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)

  23. Pass48,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    48,214 miles
    Test number
    583235729282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD56 BXN

Does LD56 BXN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD56 BXN expired on 20 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD56 BXN?
The MOT on LD56 BXN expired on 20 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD56 BXN done?
LD56 BXN was recorded at 222,678 miles at its MOT on 16 Nov 2023, an average of 12,236 miles a year.
Has LD56 BXN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 BXN has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LD56 BXN 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 LD56 BXN find?
LD56 BXN failed its latest MOT on 16 Nov 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects and 1 advisory: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; lower steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play; nearside front position lamp not working, and 8 more.

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