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Saab 9-3

Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 1,998 cc

LD57 VSPMOT history

LD57 VSP is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 26 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 10 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 177,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

LD57 VSP 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 10 Feb 2027
Mileage
177,982 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,082 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD57 VSP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
26 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD57 VSP was last recorded at 177,982 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 6,330 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,652 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,330 miles
Average per year
10,082 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,982 miles
  • 2025 – 171,652 miles
  • 2024 – 163,015 miles
  • 2022 – 161,036 miles
  • 2021 – 154,929 miles
  • 2020 – 143,415 miles
  • 2019 – 133,001 miles
  • 2018 – 119,937 miles
  • 2017 – 105,825 miles
  • 2016 – 92,345 miles
  • 2015 – 78,400 miles
  • 2014 – 64,917 miles
  • 2013 – 51,744 miles
  • 2012 – 39,895 miles
  • 2011 – 26,638 miles
  • 2010 – 22,496 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,982 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TORTION ARM BUSH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TORTION ARM BUSH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear CALIPER TO HOSE DAMP N/S AND O/S

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,982 miles (+6,330)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    177,982 miles
    Test number
    374311912265
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass171,652 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    171,652 miles
    Test number
    845214082059
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TORTION ARM BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TORTION ARM BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear CALIPER TO HOSE DAMP N/S AND O/S

  3. Fail171,652 miles (+8,637)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,652 miles
    Test number
    765584772331
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TORTION ARM BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TORTION ARM BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear CALIPER TO HOSE DAMP N/S AND O/S

  4. Pass163,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    163,015 miles
    Test number
    944159874458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail163,014 miles (+1,978)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,014 miles
    Test number
    487164162261
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass161,036 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    161,036 miles
    Test number
    442683765447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail160,998 miles (+6,069)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,998 miles
    Test number
    868129235831
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass154,929 miles (+11,514)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    154,929 miles
    Test number
    514318391913
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel slightly distorted both - inner (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass143,415 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    143,415 miles
    Test number
    809438691363
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shocker corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail143,413 miles (+10,412)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,413 miles
    Test number
    319631311392
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shocker corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass133,001 miles (+13,064)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    133,001 miles
    Test number
    559375593526
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished cracked between tread pattern
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass119,937 miles (+14,112)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    119,937 miles
    Test number
    239522500156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass105,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    105,825 miles
    Test number
    758541015798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail105,825 miles (+13,480)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,825 miles
    Test number
    567194048811
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced Main beam bulb fitted wrong (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  15. Pass92,345 miles (+13,945)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    92,345 miles
    Test number
    608519542987
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  16. Pass78,400 miles (+13,483)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    78,400 miles
    Test number
    716296415292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,917 miles (+13,173)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    64,917 miles
    Test number
    396959094138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    51,744 miles
    Test number
    379403303268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail51,744 miles (+11,849)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,744 miles
    Test number
    718893803225
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass39,895 miles (+13,257)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    39,895 miles
    Test number
    799498202266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,638 miles (+4,142)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    26,638 miles
    Test number
    346263901451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    22,496 miles
    Test number
    131493050291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD57 VSP

Does LD57 VSP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD57 VSP is valid until 10 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD57 VSP?
The MOT on LD57 VSP is valid until 10 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD57 VSP done?
LD57 VSP was recorded at 177,982 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 10,082 miles a year.
Has LD57 VSP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD57 VSP has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LD57 VSP 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 VSP find?
LD57 VSP passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive; rear anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both sides.

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