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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,910 cc

LD57 XRKMOT history

LD57 XRK is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 27 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 102,148 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

LD57 XRK 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 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
102,148 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,974 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD57 XRK
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 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD57 XRK was last recorded at 102,148 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,146 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,974 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 102,148 miles
  • 2024 – 98,616 miles
  • 2023 – 92,183 miles
  • 2022 – 88,332 miles
  • 2021 – 82,849 miles
  • 2020 – 78,094 miles
  • 2019 – 73,450 miles
  • 2018 – 68,696 miles
  • 2017 – 63,220 miles
  • 2016 – 58,230 miles
  • 2015 – 52,061 miles
  • 2014 – 46,869 miles
  • 2013 – 42,311 miles
  • 2012 – 36,569 miles
  • 2011 – 31,534 miles
  • 2010 – 27,081 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,148 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub frame corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Central Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroded around outer circumference

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,148 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    102,148 miles
    Test number
    696762218964
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub frame corroded
  2. Fail102,146 miles (+3,530)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,146 miles
    Test number
    589515311628
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub frame corroded
  3. Pass98,616 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    98,616 miles
    Test number
    590471470801
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive possibly steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear axle front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear axle front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail98,616 miles (+6,433)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,616 miles
    Test number
    131614616645
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle wiring (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive possibly steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear axle front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear axle front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass92,183 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    92,183 miles
    Test number
    292968592181
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail92,183 miles (+3,851)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,183 miles
    Test number
    854041814759
    • MajorNearside Front Inner 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 Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass88,332 miles (+5,483)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    88,332 miles
    Test number
    838981939022
    • AdvisoryCoolant leaking onto engine under tray
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front of engine unable to identify origin (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear sub-frame corroded
  8. Pass82,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    82,849 miles
    Test number
    854217247792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail82,848 miles (+4,754)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,848 miles
    Test number
    996609096279
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass78,094 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    78,094 miles
    Test number
    841811222571
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroded around outer circumference (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Fail78,077 miles (+4,627)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,077 miles
    Test number
    397662771358
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroded around outer circumference (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass73,450 miles (+4,754)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    73,450 miles
    Test number
    901136782364
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake is slightly binding
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs have surface rust
  13. Pass68,696 miles (+5,476)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    68,696 miles
    Test number
    269958810437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,220 miles (+4,990)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    63,220 miles
    Test number
    465196521997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,230 miles (+6,169)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    58,230 miles
    Test number
    918559976078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass52,061 miles (+5,192)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    52,061 miles
    Test number
    639807267543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,869 miles (+4,558)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    46,869 miles
    Test number
    348559954235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,311 miles (+5,742)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    42,311 miles
    Test number
    266416963245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,569 miles (+5,035)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    36,569 miles
    Test number
    986738162226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,534 miles (+4,453)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    31,534 miles
    Test number
    446539461271
    • DangerousBonnet safety catch siezed up and not working
  21. Pass27,081 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    27,081 miles
    Test number
    211327260237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about LD57 XRK

Does LD57 XRK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD57 XRK is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD57 XRK?
The MOT on LD57 XRK is valid until 30 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD57 XRK done?
LD57 XRK was recorded at 102,148 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 4,974 miles a year.
Has LD57 XRK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD57 XRK has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LD57 XRK 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 XRK find?
LD57 XRK passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack; rear sub frame corroded.

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