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Saab 9-3

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,998 cc

LR08 FXEMOT history

LR08 FXE is a blue petrol Saab 9-3 first used on 22 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 84,820 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

LR08 FXE blue Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
84,820 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,791 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 FXE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
22 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 FXE was last recorded at 84,820 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 1,250 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,570 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,250 miles
Average per year
4,791 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,820 miles
  • 2025 – 83,570 miles
  • 2023 – 82,076 miles
  • 2022 – 80,769 miles
  • 2021 – 72,411 miles
  • 2020 – 70,204 miles
  • 2019 – 65,315 miles
  • 2018 – 56,551 miles
  • 2017 – 47,839 miles
  • 2016 – 42,286 miles
  • 2015 – 35,869 miles
  • 2014 – 29,310 miles
  • 2013 – 23,039 miles
  • 2012 – 18,055 miles
  • 2011 – 13,621 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,820 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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 Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,820 miles (+1,250)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    84,820 miles
    Test number
    979184070663
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Pass83,570 miles (+12)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    83,570 miles
    Test number
    603637444331
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail83,558 miles (+1,482)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,558 miles
    Test number
    482040486024
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass82,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    82,076 miles
    Test number
    101576763033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail82,076 miles (+1,307)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,076 miles
    Test number
    585911660791
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass80,769 miles (+8,358)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    80,769 miles
    Test number
    228346573372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass72,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    72,411 miles
    Test number
    282542682865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail72,411 miles (+2,207)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,411 miles
    Test number
    209297016017
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass70,204 miles (+4,889)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    70,204 miles
    Test number
    802115760897
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perishing slightly (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass65,315 miles (+8,764)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    65,315 miles
    Test number
    734608865461
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass56,551 miles (+3,395)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    56,551 miles
    Test number
    604014657166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,156 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    53,156 miles
    Test number
    957147711613
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  13. Fail53,156 miles (+5,317)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,156 miles
    Test number
    770689799334
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn outer edge and slight damage to tread pattern

  14. Pass47,839 miles (+5,553)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    47,839 miles
    Test number
    207153036607
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear pads worn low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn uneven

  15. Pass42,286 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    42,286 miles
    Test number
    737461185840
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have slight uneven tread pattern
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn outer edge

  16. Fail42,284 miles (+6,415)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,284 miles
    Test number
    400586812228
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have slight uneven tread pattern
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn outer edge

  17. Pass35,869 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    35,869 miles
    Test number
    499271575001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail35,864 miles (+6,554)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,864 miles
    Test number
    355660475021
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail29,310 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,310 miles
    Test number
    107542374465
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have slight uneven tread pattern

  20. Pass29,310 miles (+6,271)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    29,310 miles
    Test number
    216442174065
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have slight uneven tread pattern

  21. Pass23,039 miles (+4,984)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    23,039 miles
    Test number
    778091373085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,055 miles (+4,434)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    18,055 miles
    Test number
    497550882020
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass13,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    13,621 miles
    Test number
    787670881088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 FXE

Does LR08 FXE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 FXE is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 FXE?
The MOT on LR08 FXE is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 FXE done?
LR08 FXE was recorded at 84,820 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 4,791 miles a year.
Has LR08 FXE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 FXE has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 FXE 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 LR08 FXE find?
LR08 FXE passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

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