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Saab 9-5

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,290 cc

144 KRLMOT history

144 KRL is a grey petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 12 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 14 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 161,275 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Feb 2026
Mileage
161,275 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,065 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
144 KRL
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

144 KRL was last recorded at 161,275 miles on 22 Jan 2025, 11,332 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,943 miles · 14 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
11,332 miles
Average per year
7,065 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 161,275 miles
  • 2024 – 149,943 miles
  • 2023 – 143,623 miles
  • 2022 – 141,240 miles
  • 2020 – 134,097 miles
  • 2019 – 123,093 miles
  • 2018 – 110,308 miles
  • 2017 – 96,555 miles
  • 2016 – 88,463 miles
  • 2014 – 79,437 miles
  • 2013 – 74,965 miles
  • 2012 – 68,445 miles
  • 2011 – 64,230 miles
  • 2010 – 59,934 miles
  • 2009 – 51,833 miles
  • 2008 – 47,471 miles
  • 2007 – 40,161 miles
  • 2006 – 33,296 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,275 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper & lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper & lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,275 miles (+11,332)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    161,275 miles
    Test number
    309861687109
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper & lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper & lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass149,943 miles (+6,320)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    149,943 miles
    Test number
    371766886501
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside rear & offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on rear chassis
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on rear exhaust box
    • AdvisorySlight play on front subframe bushes

  3. Pass143,623 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    143,623 miles
    Test number
    353887187736
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail143,622 miles (+2,382)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,622 miles
    Test number
    665122969240
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill ( 2 holes) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (2 holes) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass141,240 miles (+7,143)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    141,240 miles
    Test number
    936101365651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass134,097 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    134,097 miles
    Test number
    556668527132
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail134,091 miles (+10,998)4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,091 miles
    Test number
    229567842935
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass123,093 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    123,093 miles
    Test number
    763979021839
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper 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))

  9. Fail123,089 miles (+12,781)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,089 miles
    Test number
    121919383292
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper 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))

  10. Pass110,308 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    110,308 miles
    Test number
    511720337005
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  11. Fail110,301 miles (+13,746)4 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,301 miles
    Test number
    928956712229
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake relay lever excessively worn return spring broken (1.1.15 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  12. Pass96,555 miles (+8,092)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    96,555 miles
    Test number
    844736468525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass88,463 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    88,463 miles
    Test number
    693235773777
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake brake only just met requirements may require adjustment or checking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer heavily corroded (no leaks)

  14. Fail88,463 miles (+4,726)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,463 miles
    Test number
    105412541272
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake brake only just met requirements may require adjustment or checking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer heavily corroded (no leaks)

  15. Pass83,737 miles (+4,300)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    83,737 miles
    Test number
    812031411489
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail79,437 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,437 miles
    Test number
    518651854397
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres ON legal limits

  17. Pass79,437 miles (+4,472)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    79,437 miles
    Test number
    838521254370
    • NoteBoth front tyres ON legal limits

  18. Pass74,965 miles (+6,520)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    74,965 miles
    Test number
    778590853334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass68,445 miles (+4,215)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    68,445 miles
    Test number
    808602152316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass64,230 miles (+4,296)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    64,230 miles
    Test number
    219686441397
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s & n/s wiper blade rubber inserts deteriorated

  21. Fail59,934 miles2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,934 miles
    Test number
    800159240333
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass59,934 miles (+8,101)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    59,934 miles
    Test number
    922049840301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass51,833 miles (+4,362)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    51,833 miles
    Test number
    212509149344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass47,471 miles (+250)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    47,471 miles
    Test number
    261144858322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail47,221 miles (+7,060)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,221 miles
    Test number
    102800148345
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass40,161 miles (+6,865)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    40,161 miles
    Test number
    953171347398
    • 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)

  27. Pass33,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    33,296 miles
    Test number
    372376046372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 144 KRL

What vehicle is registration 144 KRL currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 144 KRL on a grey petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 12 Dec 2003. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 144 KRL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 144 KRL expired on 14 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 144 KRL?
The MOT on 144 KRL expired on 14 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 144 KRL done?
144 KRL was recorded at 161,275 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2025, an average of 7,065 miles a year.
Has 144 KRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 144 KRL has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on 144 KRL 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 144 KRL find?
144 KRL passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2025 with 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front; coil spring corroded all 4, and 11 more.

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