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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LR08 JWDMOT history

LR08 JWD is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 29 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 169,133 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

LR08 JWD 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 7 Mar 2027
Mileage
169,133 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,413 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 JWD
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
29 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 JWD was last recorded at 169,133 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 10,615 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
158,518 miles · 1 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
10,615 miles
Average per year
9,413 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,133 miles
  • 2025 – 158,518 miles
  • 2024 – 150,287 miles
  • 2023 – 140,934 miles
  • 2022 – 133,349 miles
  • 2021 – 127,602 miles
  • 2020 – 122,181 miles
  • 2018 – 114,410 miles
  • 2017 – 106,190 miles
  • 2016 – 85,575 miles
  • 2015 – 74,335 miles
  • 2014 – 62,412 miles
  • 2013 – 51,444 miles
  • 2011 – 28,007 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,133 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. effort low (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 9 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,133 miles (+10,615)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    169,133 miles
    Test number
    646269398726
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. effort low (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass158,518 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    158,518 miles
    Test number
    333375537827
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail158,518 miles (+8,231)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,518 miles
    Test number
    874219289176
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass150,287 miles (+9,353)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    150,287 miles
    Test number
    296501100075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass140,934 miles (+7,585)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    140,934 miles
    Test number
    206927348661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass133,349 miles (+5,747)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    133,349 miles
    Test number
    816072822682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass127,602 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    127,602 miles
    Test number
    697904793598
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded tag (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail127,602 miles (+5,421)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,602 miles
    Test number
    260120744635
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer clip (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded tag (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass122,181 miles (+7,771)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    122,181 miles
    Test number
    260726171967
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass114,410 miles (+8,220)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    114,410 miles
    Test number
    964381523591
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component offside steering rack area (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass106,190 miles (+7,158)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    106,190 miles
    Test number
    728469592954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass99,032 miles (+13,457)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    99,032 miles
    Test number
    944069537632
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  13. Pass85,575 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    85,575 miles
    Test number
    149567052562
    • AdvisoryNearside front drive shaft boot clip damaged
    • AdvisoryUnder trays, covers and sill covers fitted

  14. Fail85,572 miles (+11,237)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,572 miles
    Test number
    895600163329
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside front drive shaft boot clip damaged
    • AdvisoryUnder trays, covers and sill covers fitted

  15. Pass74,335 miles (+11,923)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    74,335 miles
    Test number
    408741245012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront exhaust flexi pipe in poor condition
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted

  16. Pass62,412 miles (+10,968)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    62,412 miles
    Test number
    136600134062
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted

  17. Pass51,444 miles (+23,437)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    51,444 miles
    Test number
    636372403044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNoise from front top suspension mounts
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn badly on inner edge

  18. Pass28,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    28,007 miles
    Test number
    597578961076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 JWD

Does LR08 JWD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 JWD is valid until 7 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 JWD?
The MOT on LR08 JWD is valid until 7 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 JWD done?
LR08 JWD was recorded at 169,133 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 9,413 miles a year.
Has LR08 JWD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 JWD has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 JWD 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 JWD find?
LR08 JWD passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. effort low; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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