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Saab 9-3

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,910 cc

LD57 XOOMOT history

LD57 XOO is a grey diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 27 Sept 2007. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2026 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 204,881 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Apr 2025.

LD57 XOO grey Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Saab 9-3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Apr 2026
Mileage
204,881 mi
At MOT on 5 Apr 2025
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,020 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD57 XOO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
27 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD57 XOO was last recorded at 204,881 miles on 5 Apr 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
204,877 miles · 14 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
10,020 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 204,881 miles
  • 2024 – 203,135 miles
  • 2023 – 199,455 miles
  • 2022 – 194,141 miles
  • 2021 – 188,414 miles
  • 2020 – 184,846 miles
  • 2019 – 180,964 miles
  • 2018 – 178,486 miles
  • 2017 – 177,052 miles
  • 2015 – 164,597 miles
  • 2014 – 144,577 miles
  • 2013 – 121,040 miles
  • 2012 – 99,091 miles
  • 2011 – 77,866 miles
  • 2010 – 59,238 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,881 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryAll suspension comp sub frames and sills corroded age related
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOuter body and under body corrosion age related

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear underside corroded including suspension components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass204,881 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    204,881 miles
    Test number
    578816693458
    • AdvisoryAll suspension comp sub frames and sills corroded age related
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter body and under body corrosion age related
  2. Fail204,881 miles (+4)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,881 miles
    Test number
    467799726689
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension comp sub frames and sills corroded age related
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter body and under body corrosion age related
  3. Fail204,877 miles (+1,742)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,877 miles
    Test number
    806151735976
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside corroded including suspension components and mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Pass203,135 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    203,135 miles
    Test number
    320071340271
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear underside corroded including suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Fail203,133 miles (+3,678)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,133 miles
    Test number
    956931405871
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear underside corroded including suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Pass199,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    199,455 miles
    Test number
    565479748957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail199,455 miles (+5,314)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,455 miles
    Test number
    725365654368
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear All direction indicators incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
  8. Pass194,141 miles (+5,727)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    194,141 miles
    Test number
    522165787913
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass188,414 miles (+33)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    188,414 miles
    Test number
    834625778282
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryCentral heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body panel slightly loose damaged (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Fail188,381 miles (+3,535)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,381 miles
    Test number
    987296581474
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryCentral heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body panel slightly loose damaged (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass184,846 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    184,846 miles
    Test number
    854721303944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail184,841 miles (+3,877)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,841 miles
    Test number
    750278371499
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn trailling arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn Trackrod end. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Trailling arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play Trackrod end. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  13. Pass180,964 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    180,964 miles
    Test number
    697102194104
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  14. Fail180,962 miles (+2,476)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,962 miles
    Test number
    326077748606
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  15. Pass178,486 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    178,486 miles
    Test number
    187939065763
    • AdvisoryCentral registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance Water ingress (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear (3.5.1i)
  16. Fail178,486 miles (+1,434)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,486 miles
    Test number
    970055087193
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentral registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance Water ingress (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear (3.5.1i)
  17. Pass177,052 miles (+12,455)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    177,052 miles
    Test number
    282808502843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass164,597 miles (+20,020)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    164,597 miles
    Test number
    941523701376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass144,577 miles (+23,537)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    144,577 miles
    Test number
    187045414330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass121,040 miles (+21,949)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    121,040 miles
    Test number
    175484423310
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass99,091 miles (+21,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    99,091 miles
    Test number
    177245122360
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  22. Pass77,866 miles (+18,628)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    77,866 miles
    Test number
    699601951220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass59,238 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    59,238 miles
    Test number
    650585860254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD57 XOO

Does LD57 XOO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD57 XOO expired on 4 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD57 XOO?
The MOT on LD57 XOO expired on 4 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD57 XOO done?
LD57 XOO was recorded at 204,881 miles at its MOT on 5 Apr 2025, an average of 10,020 miles a year.
Has LD57 XOO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD57 XOO has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LD57 XOO 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 XOO find?
LD57 XOO passed its latest MOT on 5 Apr 2025 with 4 advisories: all suspension comp sub frames and sills corroded age related; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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