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Saab 9-3

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 1,910 cc

LD57 TVTMOT history

LD57 TVT is a silver diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 25 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 155,311 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

LD57 TVT silver 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 12 Jul 2027
Mileage
155,311 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,266 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD57 TVT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
25 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD57 TVT was last recorded at 155,311 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 5,832 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,479 miles · 3 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,832 miles
Average per year
8,266 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,311 miles
  • 2025 – 149,479 miles
  • 2024 – 142,930 miles
  • 2023 – 133,224 miles
  • 2022 – 129,137 miles
  • 2021 – 125,399 miles
  • 2020 – 120,599 miles
  • 2019 – 118,284 miles
  • 2018 – 110,090 miles
  • 2017 – 100,407 miles
  • 2016 – 91,705 miles
  • 2015 – 77,292 miles
  • 2014 – 66,345 miles
  • 2013 – 56,803 miles
  • 2012 – 47,285 miles
  • 2011 – 35,594 miles
  • 2010 – 24,297 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,311 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,311 miles (+5,832)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    155,311 miles
    Test number
    807873203059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass149,479 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    149,479 miles
    Test number
    203987775097
    • 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. Fail149,474 miles (+6,544)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,474 miles
    Test number
    139384402286
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam faulty switch (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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. Pass142,930 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    142,930 miles
    Test number
    853020793812
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail142,928 miles (+9,704)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,928 miles
    Test number
    315840683424
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass133,224 miles (+53)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    133,224 miles
    Test number
    917546392547
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail133,171 miles (+121)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,171 miles
    Test number
    872354384222
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail133,050 miles (+3,913)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,050 miles
    Test number
    424233312509
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass129,137 miles (+3,738)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    129,137 miles
    Test number
    524600957404
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass125,399 miles (+4,800)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    125,399 miles
    Test number
    415859010663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass120,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    120,599 miles
    Test number
    955642834264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail120,594 miles (+2,310)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,594 miles
    Test number
    858369757743
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass118,284 miles (+8,194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    118,284 miles
    Test number
    606519694206
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass110,090 miles (+9,683)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    110,090 miles
    Test number
    317095416208
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible (6.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass100,407 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    100,407 miles
    Test number
    877769152998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail100,407 miles (+8,702)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,407 miles
    Test number
    234657562165
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass91,705 miles (+14,413)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    91,705 miles
    Test number
    540775104887
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass77,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    77,292 miles
    Test number
    379075613083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail77,292 miles (+10,947)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,292 miles
    Test number
    357827196271
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass66,345 miles (+9,542)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    66,345 miles
    Test number
    485822354263
    • NoteAll tyres down to 2-3mm of tread.
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass56,803 miles (+9,518)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    56,803 miles
    Test number
    717880663264
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass47,285 miles (+11,691)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    47,285 miles
    Test number
    467251042201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,594 miles (+11,297)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    35,594 miles
    Test number
    685525351295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    24,297 miles
    Test number
    791495240249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD57 TVT

Does LD57 TVT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD57 TVT is valid until 12 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD57 TVT?
The MOT on LD57 TVT is valid until 12 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD57 TVT done?
LD57 TVT was recorded at 155,311 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 8,266 miles a year.
Has LD57 TVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD57 TVT has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LD57 TVT 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 TVT find?
LD57 TVT passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; oil leak, but not excessive.

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