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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LD58 FZAMOT history

LD58 FZA is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 23 Oct 2008. Its MOT is valid until 14 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 259,506 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

LD58 FZA 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 14 Nov 2026
Mileage
259,506 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
11,078 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD58 FZA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
23 Oct 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD58 FZA was last recorded at 259,506 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
259,506 miles · 6 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
11,078 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 259,506 miles
  • 2024 – 246,523 miles
  • 2023 – 234,628 miles
  • 2022 – 214,837 miles
  • 2021 – 203,613 miles
  • 2020 – 196,604 miles
  • 2019 – 187,329 miles
  • 2018 – 172,431 miles
  • 2017 – 166,324 miles
  • 2016 – 156,527 miles
  • 2014 – 139,788 miles
  • 2013 – 139,728 miles
  • 2012 – 136,292 miles
  • 2011 – 103,796 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass259,506 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All Suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component st rack

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass259,506 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    259,506 miles
    Test number
    894023449834
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All Suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail259,506 miles (+12,983)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    259,506 miles
    Test number
    522076843924
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All Suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass246,523 miles (+11,895)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    246,523 miles
    Test number
    354649637940
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both rear radius arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component st rack (2.1.5 (a))
  4. Pass234,628 miles (+183)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    234,628 miles
    Test number
    201397893712
    • MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod inner joint poss st rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock upper mount deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component st rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Fail234,445 miles (+19,608)1 dangerous5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,445 miles
    Test number
    204356190260
    • DangerousNearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended not retracting (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSuspension arm ball joint excessively worn both rear radius arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both rear trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod inner joint poss st rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock upper mount deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component st rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass214,837 miles (+36)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    214,837 miles
    Test number
    545649874097
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  7. Fail214,801 miles (+11,188)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,801 miles
    Test number
    546481395621
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  8. Pass203,613 miles (+8)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    203,613 miles
    Test number
    293285820294
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  9. Fail203,605 miles (+7,001)1 dangerous11 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,605 miles
    Test number
    888837390507
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorSteering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust Flexi corroded but still secure.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides.
  10. Pass196,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    196,604 miles
    Test number
    409746747336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail196,604 miles (+9,275)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,604 miles
    Test number
    836232784586
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  12. Pass187,329 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    187,329 miles
    Test number
    867444956799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail187,323 miles (+14,892)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,323 miles
    Test number
    720156395262
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  14. Pass172,431 miles (+6,107)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    172,431 miles
    Test number
    179528530745
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  15. Pass166,324 miles (+9,797)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    166,324 miles
    Test number
    263633140031
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
  16. Pass156,527 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    156,527 miles
    Test number
    674605564830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail156,516 miles (+16,728)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,516 miles
    Test number
    178395097188
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass139,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    139,788 miles
    Test number
    398461834332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail139,788 miles (+60)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,788 miles
    Test number
    438384624491
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  20. Pass139,728 miles (+3,436)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    139,728 miles
    Test number
    507257293251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  21. Pass136,292 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    136,292 miles
    Test number
    448385522470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail136,291 miles (+32,495)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,291 miles
    Test number
    376499812375
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  23. Pass103,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    103,796 miles
    Test number
    289571891231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD58 FZA

Does LD58 FZA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD58 FZA is valid until 14 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD58 FZA?
The MOT on LD58 FZA is valid until 14 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD58 FZA done?
LD58 FZA was recorded at 259,506 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 11,078 miles a year.
Has LD58 FZA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD58 FZA has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LD58 FZA 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 LD58 FZA find?
LD58 FZA passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 4 more.

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