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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,998 cc

LD56 FOPMOT history

LD56 FOP is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 15 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 93,698 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

LD56 FOP black Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Saab 9-3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
93,698 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,662 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 FOP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
15 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 FOP was last recorded at 93,698 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 91 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,607 miles · 13 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
91 miles
Average per year
3,662 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,698 miles
  • 2025 – 88,431 miles
  • 2024 – 88,365 miles
  • 2023 – 85,930 miles
  • 2022 – 81,203 miles
  • 2021 – 79,427 miles
  • 2020 – 76,399 miles
  • 2019 – 70,727 miles
  • 2018 – 64,289 miles
  • 2017 – 58,710 miles
  • 2016 – 53,672 miles
  • 2015 – 52,144 miles
  • 2013 – 48,168 miles
  • 2012 – 43,975 miles
  • 2011 – 40,593 miles
  • 2010 – 36,849 miles
  • 2009 – 33,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,698 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass93,698 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    93,698 miles
    Test number
    712576958226
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail93,698 miles (+91)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,698 miles
    Test number
    326512171941
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail93,607 miles (+5,176)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,607 miles
    Test number
    331216463751
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass88,431 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    88,431 miles
    Test number
    427946067548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass88,365 miles (+2,435)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    88,365 miles
    Test number
    282282077510
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective slightly smearing/worn (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral heat shield adrift
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/valve perishing/nail in tyre ( not removed) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fuel cap locking ok but broken outer cap
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fuel filter connection corroded
    • AdvisoryRear rear lamps all currently function but water ingress into lamps

  6. Pass85,930 miles (+4,727)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    85,930 miles
    Test number
    140254676649
    • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords On tyre tread- On the limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass81,203 miles (+1,776)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    81,203 miles
    Test number
    973704599681
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust shield slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryCenter mirror slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass79,427 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    79,427 miles
    Test number
    541251970970
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail79,427 miles (+3,028)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,427 miles
    Test number
    900279238785
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass76,399 miles (+5,672)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    76,399 miles
    Test number
    654227187631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,727 miles (+6,438)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    70,727 miles
    Test number
    344731972857
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass64,289 miles (+5,579)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    64,289 miles
    Test number
    502911878184
    • AdvisoryOffside Oil leak

  13. Pass58,710 miles (+5,038)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    58,710 miles
    Test number
    622081453199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,672 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    53,672 miles
    Test number
    472704434258
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from engine

  15. Fail53,672 miles (+1,528)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,672 miles
    Test number
    435670791569
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from engine

  16. Fail52,144 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,144 miles
    Test number
    298996705083
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlastic covers on bodysills prevent a thorough examination

  17. Pass52,144 miles (+3,976)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    52,144 miles
    Test number
    558926805033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlastic covers on bodysills prevent a thorough examination

  18. Pass48,168 miles (+4,193)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    48,168 miles
    Test number
    967270633337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,975 miles (+3,382)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    43,975 miles
    Test number
    607684312319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,593 miles (+3,744)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    40,593 miles
    Test number
    198645211326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,849 miles (+3,240)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    36,849 miles
    Test number
    313387870420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    33,609 miles
    Test number
    532246069267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD56 FOP

Does LD56 FOP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD56 FOP is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD56 FOP?
The MOT on LD56 FOP is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD56 FOP done?
LD56 FOP was recorded at 93,698 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 3,662 miles a year.
Has LD56 FOP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 FOP has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LD56 FOP 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 FOP find?
LD56 FOP passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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