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Saab 9-3

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,910 cc

LR59 MXTMOT history

LR59 MXT is a silver diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 30 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 186,230 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

LR59 MXT silver 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 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
186,230 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
12,146 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 MXT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 MXT was last recorded at 186,230 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 146 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,084 miles · 24 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
146 miles
Average per year
12,146 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 186,230 miles
  • 2024 – 178,607 miles
  • 2023 – 167,145 miles
  • 2022 – 149,474 miles
  • 2021 – 136,270 miles
  • 2020 – 113,255 miles
  • 2019 – 88,782 miles
  • 2018 – 76,124 miles
  • 2017 – 64,808 miles
  • 2016 – 56,281 miles
  • 2015 – 47,429 miles
  • 2014 – 39,809 miles
  • 2013 – 32,230 miles
  • 2012 – 24,011 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,230 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Both sides of vehicle steering rack jointsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight scored on outer face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,230 miles (+146)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    186,230 miles
    Test number
    649486065710
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Both sides of vehicle steering rack joints

  2. Fail186,084 miles (+7,477)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,084 miles
    Test number
    659172705952
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Both sides of vehicle steering rack joints

  3. Pass178,607 miles (+11,462)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    178,607 miles
    Test number
    602802176880
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass167,145 miles (+39)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    167,145 miles
    Test number
    322901825680
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight scored on outer face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Fail167,106 miles (+17,632)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,106 miles
    Test number
    518830566211
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight scored on outer face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Pass149,474 miles (+13,204)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    149,474 miles
    Test number
    809455074756
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both 'D' Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass136,270 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    136,270 miles
    Test number
    297469450479
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail136,270 miles (+23,015)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,270 miles
    Test number
    698805587765
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass113,255 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    113,255 miles
    Test number
    782063707323
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail113,255 miles (+24,473)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,255 miles
    Test number
    563252764387
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass88,782 miles (+12,658)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    88,782 miles
    Test number
    812430532794
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn on inner edges. 235/45/17w (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass76,124 miles (+11,316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    76,124 miles
    Test number
    750669920417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass64,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    64,808 miles
    Test number
    512605288955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail64,808 miles (+8,527)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,808 miles
    Test number
    709851024321
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass56,281 miles (+8,852)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    56,281 miles
    Test number
    463073934760
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass47,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    47,429 miles
    Test number
    966802429484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail47,429 miles (+7,620)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,429 miles
    Test number
    459775295191
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass39,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    39,809 miles
    Test number
    257573774258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail39,809 miles (+7,579)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,809 miles
    Test number
    485813974243
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass32,230 miles (+8,219)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    32,230 miles
    Test number
    987022863216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    24,011 miles
    Test number
    309371072446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR59 MXT

Does LR59 MXT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 MXT is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 MXT?
The MOT on LR59 MXT is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 MXT done?
LR59 MXT was recorded at 186,230 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 12,146 miles a year.
Has LR59 MXT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 MXT has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LR59 MXT 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 LR59 MXT find?
LR59 MXT passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: front inner both sides of vehicle steering rack joints.

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