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Saab 9-3 Aero 210 BHP Auto

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 2,000 cc

LR08 OBVMOT history

LR08 OBV is a silver petrol Saab 9-3 Aero 210 BHP Auto first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 48,963 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2026.

LR08 OBV silver Saab 9-3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Mar 2027
Mileage
48,963 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,633 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 OBV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3 Aero 210 BHP Auto
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 OBV was last recorded at 48,963 miles on 14 Mar 2026, 25 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,938 miles · 10 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
25 miles
Average per year
2,633 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,963 miles
  • 2025 – 46,495 miles
  • 2024 – 43,755 miles
  • 2023 – 42,259 miles
  • 2022 – 40,180 miles
  • 2021 – 38,906 miles
  • 2020 – 38,417 miles
  • 2019 – 35,042 miles
  • 2018 – 31,816 miles
  • 2017 – 28,410 miles
  • 2015 – 23,967 miles
  • 2014 – 20,601 miles
  • 2013 – 15,752 miles
  • 2012 – 12,814 miles
  • 2011 – 9,564 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,963 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 28 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,963 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    48,963 miles
    Test number
    254332334029
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail48,963 miles (+25)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,963 miles
    Test number
    741410154524
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail48,938 miles (+2,443)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,938 miles
    Test number
    713569184006
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam and aim not tested (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass46,495 miles (+2,740)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    46,495 miles
    Test number
    911421093857
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass43,755 miles (+1,496)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    43,755 miles
    Test number
    940521248160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass42,259 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    42,259 miles
    Test number
    985375125276
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Fail42,254 miles (+2,074)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,254 miles
    Test number
    510710867759
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass40,180 miles (+1,274)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    40,180 miles
    Test number
    773666806474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass38,906 miles (+489)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    38,906 miles
    Test number
    875704060405
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass38,417 miles (+3,375)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    38,417 miles
    Test number
    376287514041
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass35,042 miles (+3,226)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    35,042 miles
    Test number
    758324247026
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged slightly delaminating (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Slightly delaminating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass31,816 miles (+3,406)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    31,816 miles
    Test number
    295530781079
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view lens discoloured (8.1.2a)

  13. Pass28,410 miles (+4,443)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    28,410 miles
    Test number
    558908530120
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers show signs of deterioration.
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance lens missing (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass23,967 miles (+3,366)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    23,967 miles
    Test number
    987014707991
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper slightly deteriorated

  15. Pass20,601 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    20,601 miles
    Test number
    575746644336
    • NoteDrivers door mirror DIM

  16. Fail20,601 miles (+4,849)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,601 miles
    Test number
    995816644325
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • NoteDrivers door mirror DIM

  17. Pass15,752 miles (+2,938)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    15,752 miles
    Test number
    678188163118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass12,814 miles (+3,250)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    12,814 miles
    Test number
    165354912189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass9,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    9,564 miles
    Test number
    209197281032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 OBV

Does LR08 OBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 OBV is valid until 13 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 OBV?
The MOT on LR08 OBV is valid until 13 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 OBV done?
LR08 OBV was recorded at 48,963 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2026, an average of 2,633 miles a year.
Has LR08 OBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 OBV has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 OBV 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 OBV find?
LR08 OBV passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; offside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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