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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,910 cc

LD57 XBMMOT history

LD57 XBM is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 27 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 116,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

LD57 XBM 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 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
116,012 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,882 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD57 XBM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
27 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD57 XBM was last recorded at 116,012 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 2,346 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,666 miles · 31 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,346 miles
Average per year
3,882 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,012 miles
  • 2024 – 113,666 miles
  • 2023 – 109,706 miles
  • 2022 – 103,357 miles
  • 2021 – 96,989 miles
  • 2020 – 90,065 miles
  • 2019 – 89,678 miles
  • 2018 – 84,094 miles
  • 2017 – 77,149 miles
  • 2016 – 74,020 miles
  • 2015 – 72,698 miles
  • 2014 – 70,757 miles
  • 2013 – 68,934 miles
  • 2012 – 65,235 miles
  • 2010 – 56,381 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,012 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryPoor nearside dipped beam pattern
  • AdvisoryPoor offside dipped beam pattern

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.

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,012 miles (+2,346)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    116,012 miles
    Test number
    148619462375
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryPoor nearside dipped beam pattern
    • AdvisoryPoor offside dipped beam pattern
  2. Pass113,666 miles (+6)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    113,666 miles
    Test number
    527601993532
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  3. Fail113,660 miles (+3,954)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,660 miles
    Test number
    252397021036
    • DangerousRear Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety diesel leak (fuel filter) (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass109,706 miles (+6,349)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    109,706 miles
    Test number
    424977893520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass103,357 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    103,357 miles
    Test number
    254681839998
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail103,356 miles (+6,367)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,356 miles
    Test number
    199606065574
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass96,989 miles (+6,924)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    96,989 miles
    Test number
    758967587987
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  8. Pass90,065 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    90,065 miles
    Test number
    883737688912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail90,063 miles (+385)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,063 miles
    Test number
    637782300244
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  10. Pass89,678 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    89,678 miles
    Test number
    524919918613
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail89,678 miles (+5,584)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,678 miles
    Test number
    259399390308
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass84,094 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    84,094 miles
    Test number
    826746476842
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  13. Fail84,094 miles (+6,945)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,094 miles
    Test number
    649367011955
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Pass77,149 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    77,149 miles
    Test number
    474847895204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail77,147 miles (+1,539)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,147 miles
    Test number
    486552235361
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass75,608 miles (+1,588)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    75,608 miles
    Test number
    422062713296
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres have uneven tread wear
    • AdvisoryService light on
  17. Pass74,020 miles (+1,322)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    74,020 miles
    Test number
    866943891789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass72,698 miles (+1,941)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    72,698 miles
    Test number
    196887325009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,757 miles (+1,823)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    70,757 miles
    Test number
    739976014046
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  20. Pass68,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    68,934 miles
    Test number
    487996913046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail68,934 miles (+3,699)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,934 miles
    Test number
    105501013499
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  22. Pass65,235 miles (+8,854)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    65,235 miles
    Test number
    189944612459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass56,381 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    56,381 miles
    Test number
    840312820349
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LD57 XBM

Does LD57 XBM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD57 XBM is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD57 XBM?
The MOT on LD57 XBM is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD57 XBM done?
LD57 XBM was recorded at 116,012 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 3,882 miles a year.
Has LD57 XBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD57 XBM has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LD57 XBM 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 XBM find?
LD57 XBM passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 2 more.

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