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Saab 9-3

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,998 cc

LD57 VSJMOT history

LD57 VSJ is a black petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 26 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 108,081 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

LD57 VSJ 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 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
108,081 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,400 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD57 VSJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
26 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD57 VSJ was last recorded at 108,081 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 582 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,499 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
582 miles
Average per year
6,400 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,081 miles
  • 2025 – 107,499 miles
  • 2024 – 106,725 miles
  • 2023 – 105,867 miles
  • 2022 – 104,722 miles
  • 2021 – 102,856 miles
  • 2020 – 99,848 miles
  • 2019 – 92,428 miles
  • 2018 – 81,430 miles
  • 2017 – 71,123 miles
  • 2016 – 57,028 miles
  • 2015 – 49,881 miles
  • 2014 – 45,878 miles
  • 2013 – 36,483 miles
  • 2012 – 26,041 miles
  • 2011 – 14,173 miles
  • 2010 – 6,524 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,081 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,081 miles (+582)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    108,081 miles
    Test number
    909702971905
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass107,499 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    107,499 miles
    Test number
    115540313375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail107,458 miles (+733)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,458 miles
    Test number
    663484957804
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1.160 (max .970- 1.030 ) (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak tail -box (8.2.1.1 (b))

  4. Pass106,725 miles (+858)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    106,725 miles
    Test number
    273161342469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass105,867 miles (+1,145)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    105,867 miles
    Test number
    535097287196
    • AdvisorySlight play in lower steering column coupling

  6. Pass104,722 miles (+1,866)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    104,722 miles
    Test number
    157186567275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass102,856 miles (+3,008)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    102,856 miles
    Test number
    371544404437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass99,848 miles (+7,420)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    99,848 miles
    Test number
    759761418648
    • AdvisoryBoth front subframe support brackets have a loose and missing bolt, subframe still secured
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres low tread (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass92,428 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    92,428 miles
    Test number
    297715224964
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail92,427 miles (+10,997)6 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,427 miles
    Test number
    515429064264
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt and play (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  11. Pass81,430 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    81,430 miles
    Test number
    860239799157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  12. Fail81,430 miles (+10,307)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,430 miles
    Test number
    631582359497
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  13. Pass71,123 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    71,123 miles
    Test number
    153500574211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit nail and worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracked and badly worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  14. Fail71,123 miles (+14,095)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,123 miles
    Test number
    875390794295
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit nail and worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracked and badly worn on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  15. Pass57,028 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    57,028 miles
    Test number
    676682315783
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  16. Fail57,028 miles (+7,147)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,028 miles
    Test number
    597406954232
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  17. Pass49,881 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    49,881 miles
    Test number
    268320127726
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Fail49,878 miles (+4,000)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,878 miles
    Test number
    373674636621
    • FailureBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass45,878 miles (+9,395)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    45,878 miles
    Test number
    167748744255
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass36,483 miles (+10,442)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    36,483 miles
    Test number
    635586853238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,041 miles (+11,868)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    26,041 miles
    Test number
    208798552215
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass14,173 miles (+7,649)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    14,173 miles
    Test number
    916073951225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass6,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    6,524 miles
    Test number
    513854460280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD57 VSJ

Does LD57 VSJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD57 VSJ is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD57 VSJ?
The MOT on LD57 VSJ is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD57 VSJ done?
LD57 VSJ was recorded at 108,081 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 6,400 miles a year.
Has LD57 VSJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD57 VSJ has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LD57 VSJ 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 VSJ find?
LD57 VSJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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