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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,910 cc

LD57 TVLMOT history

LD57 TVL is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 25 Sept 2007. Its MOT expired on 26 Nov 2024 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 112,438 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2023.

LD57 TVL blue 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 26 Nov 2024
Mileage
112,438 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2023
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,303 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD57 TVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
25 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD57 TVL was last recorded at 112,438 miles on 27 Nov 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Nov 2023: 112,438 miles, lower than 115,914 miles on 18 Nov 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
115,914 miles · 18 Nov 2022
Average per year
6,303 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 112,438 miles
  • 2022 – 115,914 miles
  • 2021 – 107,846 miles
  • 2020 – 102,217 miles
  • 2019 – 97,673 miles
  • 2018 – 90,332 miles
  • 2017 – 84,009 miles
  • 2016 – 78,129 miles
  • 2015 – 71,613 miles
  • 2014 – 65,510 miles
  • 2013 – 58,685 miles
  • 2012 – 48,063 miles
  • 2011 – 39,527 miles
  • 2010 – 29,229 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,438 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively rear discs worn and also have surface corrosion to friction surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront brake discs have slight surface corrosion to friction siurfaces (lack of use?)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOIL LEAK
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively NSR AND OSR (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisorySteering rack area slightly damp, but not currently leaking
  • AdvisoryLowerr engine cover and plastic sill covers present (factory fitted)

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,438 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    112,438 miles
    Test number
    269739853190
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively rear discs worn and also have surface corrosion to friction surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs have slight surface corrosion to friction siurfaces (lack of use?)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively NSR AND OSR (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySteering rack area slightly damp, but not currently leaking
    • AdvisoryLowerr engine cover and plastic sill covers present (factory fitted)

  2. Fail112,438 miles (-3,476)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,438 miles
    Test number
    545418145494
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit passed on second attempt (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively rear discs worn and also have surface corrosion to friction surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs have slight surface corrosion to friction siurfaces (lack of use?)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively NSR AND OSR (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySteering rack area slightly damp, but not currently leaking
    • AdvisoryLowerr engine cover and plastic sill covers present (factory fitted)

  3. Pass115,914 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    115,914 miles
    Test number
    912012225057
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail115,912 miles (+8,066)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,912 miles
    Test number
    804948737387
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass107,846 miles (+5,629)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    107,846 miles
    Test number
    780240981690
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass102,217 miles (+4,544)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    102,217 miles
    Test number
    561585053631
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

  7. Pass97,673 miles (+7,341)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    97,673 miles
    Test number
    629786028952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass90,332 miles (+6,323)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    90,332 miles
    Test number
    347393045112
    • AdvisoryN/s/r handbrake only just met requirements

  9. Pass84,009 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    84,009 miles
    Test number
    961777850936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail83,979 miles (+5,850)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,979 miles
    Test number
    689628220403
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass78,129 miles (+285)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    78,129 miles
    Test number
    591710073207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail77,844 miles (+6,231)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,844 miles
    Test number
    303391472299
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass71,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    71,613 miles
    Test number
    729663157055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail71,613 miles (+6,103)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,613 miles
    Test number
    761462740182
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass65,510 miles (+6,825)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    65,510 miles
    Test number
    308709434419
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass58,685 miles (+10,622)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    58,685 miles
    Test number
    396134113405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,063 miles (+8,536)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    48,063 miles
    Test number
    529467032237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,527 miles (+10,298)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    39,527 miles
    Test number
    235585351290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    29,229 miles
    Test number
    292037050211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD57 TVL

Does LD57 TVL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD57 TVL expired on 26 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD57 TVL?
The MOT on LD57 TVL expired on 26 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD57 TVL done?
LD57 TVL was recorded at 112,438 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2023, an average of 6,303 miles a year.
Has LD57 TVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD57 TVL has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LD57 TVL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Nov 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD57 TVL find?
LD57 TVL passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2023 with 9 advisories: brake disc worn, but not excessively rear discs worn and also have surface corrosion to friction surfaces; front brake discs have slight surface corrosion to friction siurfaces (lack of use?); nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 6 more.

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