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Saab 9-3 Vector DTH A

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,910 cc

LD57 XAKMOT history

LD57 XAK is a grey diesel Saab 9-3 Vector DTH A first used on 26 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 98,138 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

LD57 XAK grey Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
98,138 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,616 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD57 XAK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3 Vector DTH A
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
26 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD57 XAK was last recorded at 98,138 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,112 miles · 27 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
4,616 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,138 miles
  • 2025 – 93,367 miles
  • 2024 – 88,569 miles
  • 2023 – 80,876 miles
  • 2022 – 77,575 miles
  • 2020 – 74,872 miles
  • 2019 – 72,836 miles
  • 2018 – 68,883 miles
  • 2017 – 64,279 miles
  • 2016 – 60,876 miles
  • 2015 – 56,404 miles
  • 2014 – 52,590 miles
  • 2013 – 46,773 miles
  • 2012 – 41,174 miles
  • 2011 – 34,532 miles
  • 2010 – 26,129 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,138 miles
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45/17W (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass98,138 miles (+26)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    98,138 miles
    Test number
    875674987146
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail98,112 miles (+4,745)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,112 miles
    Test number
    481633751873
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • AdvisoryEm Light on
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n.s and o.s front on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass93,367 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    93,367 miles
    Test number
    883463174451
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust deteriorated

  4. Fail93,367 miles (+4,798)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,367 miles
    Test number
    800556835530
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust deteriorated

  5. Pass88,569 miles (+7,693)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    88,569 miles
    Test number
    879013568010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass80,876 miles (+3,301)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    80,876 miles
    Test number
    668167041188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass77,575 miles (+2,703)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    77,575 miles
    Test number
    899750854157
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL AROUND (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass74,872 miles (+2,036)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    74,872 miles
    Test number
    870221415257
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass72,836 miles (+3,953)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    72,836 miles
    Test number
    602558385718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    68,883 miles
    Test number
    398623968518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail68,881 miles (+4,602)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,881 miles
    Test number
    916528979710
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass64,279 miles (+3,403)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    64,279 miles
    Test number
    702034201430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drop/stabilizer link (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass60,876 miles (+121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    60,876 miles
    Test number
    877637648396
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45/17W (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail60,755 miles (+4,351)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,755 miles
    Test number
    878266798580
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop/stabilizer link (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/45/17W (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning lamp on

  15. Pass56,404 miles (+3,814)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    56,404 miles
    Test number
    597265131405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass52,590 miles (+5,817)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    52,590 miles
    Test number
    846426474201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass46,773 miles (+5,599)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    46,773 miles
    Test number
    798261603280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass41,174 miles (+6,642)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    41,174 miles
    Test number
    747405352216
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass34,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    34,532 miles
    Test number
    296612171265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail34,530 miles (+8,401)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,530 miles
    Test number
    347782671481
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass26,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    26,129 miles
    Test number
    153715660277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD57 XAK

Does LD57 XAK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD57 XAK is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD57 XAK?
The MOT on LD57 XAK is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD57 XAK done?
LD57 XAK was recorded at 98,138 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 4,616 miles a year.
Has LD57 XAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD57 XAK has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LD57 XAK 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 XAK find?
LD57 XAK passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: fluid leak, but not excessive; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge.

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