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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,998 cc

LL53 TDXMOT history

LL53 TDX is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 3 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 99,303 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
99,303 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,519 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 TDX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
3 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 TDX was last recorded at 99,303 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 1,953 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,350 miles · 6 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,953 miles
Average per year
4,519 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 99,303 miles
  • 2024 – 97,350 miles
  • 2023 – 95,795 miles
  • 2022 – 92,395 miles
  • 2021 – 89,186 miles
  • 2020 – 84,340 miles
  • 2019 – 81,357 miles
  • 2018 – 70,421 miles
  • 2017 – 64,688 miles
  • 2016 – 61,038 miles
  • 2015 – 57,413 miles
  • 2014 – 54,076 miles
  • 2013 – 50,499 miles
  • 2012 – 46,807 miles
  • 2011 – 42,637 miles
  • 2010 – 37,787 miles
  • 2009 – 32,875 miles
  • 2008 – 26,427 miles
  • 2007 – 17,368 miles
  • 2006 – 12,751 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,303 miles
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 23 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,303 miles (+1,953)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    99,303 miles
    Test number
    894968840053
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  2. Pass97,350 miles (+1,555)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    97,350 miles
    Test number
    211097963000
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass95,795 miles (+3,400)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    95,795 miles
    Test number
    954007174759
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass92,395 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    92,395 miles
    Test number
    944625733638
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail92,395 miles (+3,209)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,395 miles
    Test number
    127459631464
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective Projected image requirements only just met (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass89,186 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    89,186 miles
    Test number
    887573329271
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail89,182 miles (+4,842)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,182 miles
    Test number
    530627902710
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass84,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    84,340 miles
    Test number
    311318849134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail84,340 miles (+2,983)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,340 miles
    Test number
    815986251182
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass81,357 miles (+10,936)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    81,357 miles
    Test number
    655148081406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,421 miles (+5,733)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    70,421 miles
    Test number
    250610130910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,688 miles (+3,650)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    64,688 miles
    Test number
    455466887250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,038 miles (+3,625)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    61,038 miles
    Test number
    328698285436
    • AdvisoryOffside o/s/f shock absorber rusted

  14. Pass57,413 miles (+3,337)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    57,413 miles
    Test number
    445449463609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,076 miles (+3,577)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    54,076 miles
    Test number
    816106294278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,499 miles (+3,692)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    50,499 miles
    Test number
    435857093233
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass46,807 miles (+4,170)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    46,807 miles
    Test number
    316471892432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,637 miles (+4,850)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    42,637 miles
    Test number
    246598691206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,787 miles (+4,912)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    37,787 miles
    Test number
    983559190294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,875 miles (+6,448)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    32,875 miles
    Test number
    231384399233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,427 miles (+9,059)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    26,427 miles
    Test number
    962477998243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,368 miles (+4,617)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    17,368 miles
    Test number
    713389587267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass12,751 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    12,751 miles
    Test number
    360906096221
    • NoteFront tyres worn outer edges

Questions about LL53 TDX

Does LL53 TDX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 TDX is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL53 TDX?
The MOT on LL53 TDX is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL53 TDX done?
LL53 TDX was recorded at 99,303 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 4,519 miles a year.
Has LL53 TDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 TDX has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LL53 TDX 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 LL53 TDX find?
LL53 TDX passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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