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Saab 9-3

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LS08 BNLMOT history

LS08 BNL is a black diesel Saab 9-3 first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 78,456 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

LS08 BNL 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 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
78,456 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,196 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS08 BNL
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
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS08 BNL was last recorded at 78,456 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,432 miles · 3 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
3,196 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,456 miles
  • 2024 – 76,984 miles
  • 2023 – 76,675 miles
  • 2022 – 74,614 miles
  • 2020 – 72,003 miles
  • 2019 – 69,392 miles
  • 2018 – 66,862 miles
  • 2017 – 64,481 miles
  • 2016 – 61,821 miles
  • 2015 – 58,900 miles
  • 2014 – 52,473 miles
  • 2013 – 49,234 miles
  • 2012 – 39,023 miles
  • 2011 – 29,383 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,456 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Fogged slightly, o/s and n/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/s and N/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin O/s and N/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 29 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,456 miles (+24)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    78,456 miles
    Test number
    643543875401
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Fogged slightly, o/s and n/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/s and N/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin O/s and N/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail78,432 miles (+1,448)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,432 miles
    Test number
    320574802737
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective O/s and N/s, slightly fogged (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/s and N/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin O/s and N/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass76,984 miles (+309)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    76,984 miles
    Test number
    752809712326
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass76,675 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    76,675 miles
    Test number
    893328237827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail76,670 miles (+2,056)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,670 miles
    Test number
    550981924173
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (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))

  6. Pass74,614 miles (+2,611)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    74,614 miles
    Test number
    296081184975
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass72,003 miles (+2,611)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    72,003 miles
    Test number
    933328825137
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre wearing on both edges & perishing

  8. Pass69,392 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    69,392 miles
    Test number
    354460623218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail69,385 miles (+2,523)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,385 miles
    Test number
    451411743127
    • MajorFuel pipe union leaking fuel fitter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass66,862 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    66,862 miles
    Test number
    643689332325
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/undertray fitted

  11. Fail66,862 miles (+2,381)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,862 miles
    Test number
    863624955909
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracked/perished

  12. Pass64,481 miles (+2,660)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    64,481 miles
    Test number
    111321354838
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner side of tread (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass61,821 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    61,821 miles
    Test number
    329199664683
    • AdvisoryBoth front valves perished
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wearing unevenly - worn inner edge - slight flat spot
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm - worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail61,821 miles (+2,921)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,821 miles
    Test number
    373915845029
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front valves perished
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wearing unevenly - worn inner edge - slight flat spot
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm - worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass58,900 miles (+6,427)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    58,900 miles
    Test number
    335972485037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,473 miles (+3,239)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    52,473 miles
    Test number
    775559574062
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass49,234 miles (+3,477)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    49,234 miles
    Test number
    307713873236
    • Note1. small chip zone b
    • Note2. front pads worn (inner pads quite low)

  18. Pass45,757 miles (+6,734)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    45,757 miles
    Test number
    826354283067
    • NoteRear tyres starting to crack in tread

  19. Pass39,023 miles (+9,640)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    39,023 miles
    Test number
    376778482071
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass29,383 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    29,383 miles
    Test number
    359218981024
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LS08 BNL

Does LS08 BNL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS08 BNL is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS08 BNL?
The MOT on LS08 BNL is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS08 BNL done?
LS08 BNL was recorded at 78,456 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 3,196 miles a year.
Has LS08 BNL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS08 BNL has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS08 BNL 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 BNL find?
LS08 BNL passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective fogged slightly, o/s and n/s; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s and n/s.

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