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Saab 9-3

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LS08 BNJMOT history

LS08 BNJ is a blue diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 135,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2025.

LS08 BNJ blue 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 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
135,280 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,403 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS08 BNJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS08 BNJ was last recorded at 135,280 miles on 20 Dec 2025, 4,684 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,596 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,684 miles
Average per year
7,403 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 135,280 miles
  • 2024 – 130,596 miles
  • 2023 – 126,676 miles
  • 2022 – 115,275 miles
  • 2021 – 102,015 miles
  • 2020 – 94,871 miles
  • 2019 – 87,901 miles
  • 2018 – 78,706 miles
  • 2017 – 72,417 miles
  • 2016 – 64,122 miles
  • 2015 – 60,278 miles
  • 2014 – 49,606 miles
  • 2013 – 41,774 miles
  • 2012 – 35,731 miles
  • 2011 – 26,215 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,280 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass135,280 miles (+4,684)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    135,280 miles
    Test number
    646508351305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass130,596 miles (+3,920)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    130,596 miles
    Test number
    667377360892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass126,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    126,676 miles
    Test number
    217515450473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail126,676 miles (+77)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,676 miles
    Test number
    540910310360
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

  5. Fail126,599 miles (+11,324)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,599 miles
    Test number
    343490334012
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper 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))

  6. Pass115,275 miles (+13,260)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    115,275 miles
    Test number
    958593558317
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass102,015 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    102,015 miles
    Test number
    774995225396
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail102,010 miles (+1,715)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,010 miles
    Test number
    883378672497
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass100,295 miles (+5,424)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    100,295 miles
    Test number
    256699020100
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Nearside and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 235/45r17
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dot 39/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dot 39/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass94,871 miles (+6,970)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    94,871 miles
    Test number
    937851996522
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component At rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUndertray loose

  11. Pass87,901 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    87,901 miles
    Test number
    694668006551
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail87,901 miles (+9,195)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,901 miles
    Test number
    677235795375
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass78,706 miles (+6,289)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    78,706 miles
    Test number
    922328306942
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass72,417 miles (+119)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    72,417 miles
    Test number
    305094814871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail72,298 miles (+8,176)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,298 miles
    Test number
    360535847298
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass64,122 miles (+3,844)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    64,122 miles
    Test number
    559866417687
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm approx (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm approx (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass60,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    60,278 miles
    Test number
    427196275027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail60,278 miles (+10,672)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,278 miles
    Test number
    269296375005
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass49,606 miles (+7,832)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    49,606 miles
    Test number
    508759764078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass41,774 miles (+6,043)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    41,774 miles
    Test number
    708788563091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass35,731 miles (+9,516)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    35,731 miles
    Test number
    446192472087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,215 miles (+145)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    26,215 miles
    Test number
    609313881054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail26,070 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,070 miles
    Test number
    809640081020
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS08 BNJ

Does LS08 BNJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS08 BNJ is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS08 BNJ?
The MOT on LS08 BNJ is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS08 BNJ done?
LS08 BNJ was recorded at 135,280 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2025, an average of 7,403 miles a year.
Has LS08 BNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS08 BNJ has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LS08 BNJ 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 LS08 BNJ find?
LS08 BNJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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