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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,910 cc

LD57 XSEMOT history

LD57 XSE is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 17 Oct 2007. Its MOT is valid until 11 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 172,591 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

LD57 XSE blue 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 11 Dec 2026
Mileage
172,591 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,284 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD57 XSE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
17 Oct 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD57 XSE was last recorded at 172,591 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 7,845 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,746 miles · 12 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,845 miles
Average per year
6,284 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 172,591 miles
  • 2024 – 164,746 miles
  • 2023 – 160,641 miles
  • 2022 – 155,289 miles
  • 2021 – 149,998 miles
  • 2020 – 145,186 miles
  • 2019 – 140,123 miles
  • 2018 – 132,889 miles
  • 2017 – 123,126 miles
  • 2016 – 114,520 miles
  • 2015 – 110,252 miles
  • 2014 – 106,427 miles
  • 2013 – 105,456 miles
  • 2012 – 99,860 miles
  • 2011 – 95,155 miles
  • 2010 – 77,110 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,591 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake caliper clip missing
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass172,591 miles (+7,845)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    172,591 miles
    Test number
    505000786922
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake caliper clip missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass164,746 miles (+4,105)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    164,746 miles
    Test number
    862989780876
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear wheels different size 17 front 16 rear

  3. Pass160,641 miles (+5,352)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    160,641 miles
    Test number
    306074714468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass155,289 miles (+5,291)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    155,289 miles
    Test number
    566202699272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass149,998 miles (+4)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    149,998 miles
    Test number
    150250174942
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Fail149,994 miles (+4,808)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,994 miles
    Test number
    594198553872
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass145,186 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    145,186 miles
    Test number
    171197131674
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexi pipe heavily corroded

  8. Fail145,186 miles (+5,063)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,186 miles
    Test number
    278089414908
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexi pipe heavily corroded

  9. Pass140,123 miles (+7,234)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    140,123 miles
    Test number
    465922702638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass132,889 miles (+9,763)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    132,889 miles
    Test number
    482795878499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass123,126 miles (+8,606)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    123,126 miles
    Test number
    370024686545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass114,520 miles (+4,268)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    114,520 miles
    Test number
    992385788560
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres very close to limit
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre soft and worn on both shoulders

  13. Pass110,252 miles (+3,825)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    110,252 miles
    Test number
    739636718419
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing low

  14. Pass106,427 miles (+971)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    106,427 miles
    Test number
    595925494204
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass105,456 miles (+5,596)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    105,456 miles
    Test number
    189074983270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass99,860 miles (+4,705)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    99,860 miles
    Test number
    448424412481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass95,155 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    95,155 miles
    Test number
    975835311334
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail95,155 miles (+18,045)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,155 miles
    Test number
    855235811334
    • FailureOffside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass77,110 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    77,110 miles
    Test number
    782656660215
    • NoteAll four tyres approx 2.5 -3. mm

Questions about LD57 XSE

Does LD57 XSE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD57 XSE is valid until 11 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD57 XSE?
The MOT on LD57 XSE is valid until 11 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD57 XSE done?
LD57 XSE was recorded at 172,591 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 6,284 miles a year.
Has LD57 XSE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD57 XSE has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LD57 XSE 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 XSE find?
LD57 XSE passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust mounting defective; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 5 more.

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