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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,910 cc

LD57 LGNMOT history

LD57 LGN is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 11 Oct 2007. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 211,955 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

LD57 LGN 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 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
211,955 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,520 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD57 LGN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
11 Oct 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD57 LGN was last recorded at 211,955 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 7,915 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
204,040 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7,915 miles
Average per year
9,520 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 211,955 miles
  • 2025 – 204,040 miles
  • 2024 – 198,118 miles
  • 2023 – 189,402 miles
  • 2022 – 177,134 miles
  • 2021 – 165,279 miles
  • 2020 – 154,190 miles
  • 2019 – 145,097 miles
  • 2018 – 135,706 miles
  • 2017 – 126,061 miles
  • 2016 – 118,057 miles
  • 2015 – 109,653 miles
  • 2014 – 105,379 miles
  • 2013 – 95,337 miles
  • 2012 – 87,977 miles
  • 2011 – 84,550 miles
  • 2010 – 65,297 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass211,955 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryPark brake travel high

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit of 1.5mm (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear brake discs slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 30 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass211,955 miles (+7,915)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    211,955 miles
    Test number
    409709110106
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPark brake travel high
  2. Pass204,040 miles (+5,922)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    204,040 miles
    Test number
    174969251019
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass198,118 miles (+8,716)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    198,118 miles
    Test number
    493098138182
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass189,402 miles (+12,268)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    189,402 miles
    Test number
    752366598940
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass177,134 miles (+11,855)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    177,134 miles
    Test number
    162691800777
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour pink in colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  6. Pass165,279 miles (+11,089)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    165,279 miles
    Test number
    585732672113
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front and offside rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass154,190 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    154,190 miles
    Test number
    508196579060
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  8. Fail154,165 miles (+9,068)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,165 miles
    Test number
    949124284269
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values Mean Value after 6 sample tests 3.20 limit is 1.20 (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  9. Pass145,097 miles (+9,391)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    145,097 miles
    Test number
    963919290318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass135,706 miles (+9,645)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    135,706 miles
    Test number
    203397466464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass126,061 miles (+8,004)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    126,061 miles
    Test number
    948525871975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass118,057 miles (+213)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    118,057 miles
    Test number
    594914841795
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit of 1.5mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs slightly corroded
  13. Fail117,844 miles (+8,191)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,844 miles
    Test number
    833464804031
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit of 1.5mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs slightly corroded
  14. Pass109,653 miles (+4,274)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    109,653 miles
    Test number
    747619255022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn and corroded
    • NoteNearside stop lamp dim
    • NoteOffside front seat belt slow to retract
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass105,379 miles (+10,042)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    105,379 miles
    Test number
    745689954016
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly lipped and worn
    • NoteOffside front seat belt slow two retracted
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly lipped and worn
    • NoteSill covers fitted
  16. Pass95,337 miles (+7,360)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    95,337 miles
    Test number
    769820963015
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly lipped and worn
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly lipped and worn
    • NoteSill covers fitted
  17. Pass87,977 miles (+3,427)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    87,977 miles
    Test number
    197518052444
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak dripping onto exhaust
  18. Pass84,550 miles (+19,253)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    84,550 miles
    Test number
    988045241274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    65,297 miles
    Test number
    593613070208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail65,297 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,297 miles
    Test number
    364223870456
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LD57 LGN

Does LD57 LGN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD57 LGN is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD57 LGN?
The MOT on LD57 LGN is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD57 LGN done?
LD57 LGN was recorded at 211,955 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 9,520 miles a year.
Has LD57 LGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD57 LGN has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2020.
Has the mileage on LD57 LGN 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 LD57 LGN find?
LD57 LGN passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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