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Saab 9-3

Beige · Petrol · 2006 · 1,988 cc

LE06 BYVMOT history

LE06 BYV is a beige petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 28 Jul 2006. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 180,454 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2026.

LE06 BYV beige 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 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
180,454 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,087 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE06 BYV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE06 BYV was last recorded at 180,454 miles on 4 Jul 2026, 52 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,402 miles · 2 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
52 miles
Average per year
8,087 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,454 miles
  • 2025 – 171,892 miles
  • 2024 – 161,924 miles
  • 2023 – 154,247 miles
  • 2022 – 147,768 miles
  • 2021 – 136,245 miles
  • 2020 – 126,883 miles
  • 2019 – 119,486 miles
  • 2018 – 113,470 miles
  • 2017 – 106,497 miles
  • 2016 – 99,841 miles
  • 2015 – 90,827 miles
  • 2014 – 79,106 miles
  • 2013 – 65,969 miles
  • 2012 – 59,614 miles
  • 2011 – 54,933 miles
  • 2010 – 48,987 miles
  • 2009 – 42,300 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,454 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,454 miles (+52)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    180,454 miles
    Test number
    395286043792
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail180,402 miles (+8,510)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,402 miles
    Test number
    435249930919
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass171,892 miles (+9,968)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    171,892 miles
    Test number
    213428285795
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass161,924 miles (+7,677)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    161,924 miles
    Test number
    934780806937
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass154,247 miles (+212)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    154,247 miles
    Test number
    866809998887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail154,035 miles (+6,267)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,035 miles
    Test number
    581413110150
    • MajorLower Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass147,768 miles (+77)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    147,768 miles
    Test number
    136929873952
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail147,691 miles (+11,446)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,691 miles
    Test number
    159042727661
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass136,245 miles (+9,362)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    136,245 miles
    Test number
    635037931876
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass126,883 miles (+7,397)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    126,883 miles
    Test number
    334874570173
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D rubbers (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass119,486 miles (+6,016)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    119,486 miles
    Test number
    655833903178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass113,470 miles (+6,973)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    113,470 miles
    Test number
    866153236053
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass106,497 miles (+6,656)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    106,497 miles
    Test number
    500974888788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass99,841 miles (+9,014)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    99,841 miles
    Test number
    967224628413
    • 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)

  15. Pass90,827 miles (+11,721)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    90,827 miles
    Test number
    467493405185
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass79,106 miles (+13,137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    79,106 miles
    Test number
    519029394062
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass65,969 miles (+6,355)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    65,969 miles
    Test number
    339597203131
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass59,614 miles (+4,681)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    59,614 miles
    Test number
    726973152138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,933 miles (+5,946)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    54,933 miles
    Test number
    109870241178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    48,987 miles
    Test number
    593025650126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail48,987 miles (+6,687)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,987 miles
    Test number
    421064150119
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass42,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    42,300 miles
    Test number
    612964659134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE06 BYV

Does LE06 BYV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE06 BYV is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE06 BYV?
The MOT on LE06 BYV is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE06 BYV done?
LE06 BYV was recorded at 180,454 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2026, an average of 8,087 miles a year.
Has LE06 BYV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE06 BYV has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LE06 BYV 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 LE06 BYV find?
LE06 BYV passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge, and 3 more.

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