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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 2,000 cc

LD57 VNKMOT history

LD57 VNK is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 26 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 9 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 77,819 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

LD57 VNK blue 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 9 Dec 2026
Mileage
77,819 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,843 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD57 VNK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
26 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD57 VNK was last recorded at 77,819 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,819 miles · 24 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,843 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 77,819 miles
  • 2024 – 74,755 miles
  • 2023 – 72,010 miles
  • 2022 – 69,067 miles
  • 2021 – 66,973 miles
  • 2020 – 66,089 miles
  • 2019 – 64,337 miles
  • 2018 – 59,871 miles
  • 2017 – 53,529 miles
  • 2016 – 44,016 miles
  • 2015 – 42,519 miles
  • 2014 – 40,675 miles
  • 2013 – 35,385 miles
  • 2012 – 30,076 miles
  • 2011 – 24,476 miles
  • 2010 – 19,552 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,819 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Inner Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated DROP LINK

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear TYRE 3.5MM

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,819 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    77,819 miles
    Test number
    571221370703
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail77,819 miles (+3,064)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,819 miles
    Test number
    751505732326
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass74,755 miles (+2,745)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    74,755 miles
    Test number
    611999310618
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  4. Pass72,010 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    72,010 miles
    Test number
    649834496078
    • MinorInner Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated DROP LINK (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Fail72,010 miles (+2,943)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,010 miles
    Test number
    740625765877
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorInner Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated DROP LINK (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  6. Pass69,067 miles (+2,094)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    69,067 miles
    Test number
    269739340238
    • AdvisoryTyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both rear tyres split in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Pass66,973 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    66,973 miles
    Test number
    443191010322
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear TYRE 3.5MM

  8. Fail66,960 miles (+871)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,960 miles
    Test number
    590126744181
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear TYRE 3.5MM

  9. Pass66,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    66,089 miles
    Test number
    297985552145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail66,089 miles (+1,752)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,089 miles
    Test number
    335379190211
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass64,337 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    64,337 miles
    Test number
    823784948229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail64,323 miles (+4,452)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,323 miles
    Test number
    102968480774
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  13. Pass59,871 miles (+6,342)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    59,871 miles
    Test number
    523759743131
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

  14. Pass53,529 miles (+255)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    53,529 miles
    Test number
    694216769051
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake has slightly low effort

  15. Fail53,274 miles (+9,258)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,274 miles
    Test number
    506420993439
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryPARKING BRAKE EFFORT NEARSIDE 26KG OFFSIDE 221 LOCK UP

  16. Pass44,016 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    44,016 miles
    Test number
    190552684165
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  17. Fail44,016 miles (+1,497)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,016 miles
    Test number
    938379577228
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  18. Pass42,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    42,519 miles
    Test number
    648489678325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail42,519 miles (+1,844)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,519 miles
    Test number
    956222536385
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass40,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    40,675 miles
    Test number
    287574744327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,675 miles (+5,290)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,675 miles
    Test number
    545074144327
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking on side walls.

  22. Fail35,385 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,385 miles
    Test number
    389708303306
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  23. Pass35,385 miles (+5,309)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    35,385 miles
    Test number
    806798203362
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  24. Pass30,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    30,076 miles
    Test number
    945670112335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail30,076 miles (+5,600)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,076 miles
    Test number
    237200912390
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  26. Pass24,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    24,476 miles
    Test number
    619429861248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail24,476 miles (+4,924)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,476 miles
    Test number
    507449561296
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass19,552 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    19,552 miles
    Test number
    103150870290
    • NoteOFFSIDE FRONT TYRE STARTING TO WEAR ON OUTER EDGE.

Questions about LD57 VNK

Does LD57 VNK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD57 VNK is valid until 9 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD57 VNK?
The MOT on LD57 VNK is valid until 9 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD57 VNK done?
LD57 VNK was recorded at 77,819 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 3,843 miles a year.
Has LD57 VNK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD57 VNK has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LD57 VNK 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 VNK find?
LD57 VNK passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: front oil leak, but not excessive.

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