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Saab 9-5

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,910 cc

A12 CDVMOT history

A12 CDV is a blue diesel Saab 9-5 first used on 18 Jul 2007. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 134,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
134,190 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,984 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A12 CDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
18 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

A12 CDV was last recorded at 134,190 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 28 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,162 miles · 9 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
28 miles
Average per year
5,984 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,190 miles
  • 2025 – 127,384 miles
  • 2024 – 121,013 miles
  • 2023 – 115,834 miles
  • 2022 – 114,397 miles
  • 2021 – 112,994 miles
  • 2020 – 111,593 miles
  • 2019 – 106,466 miles
  • 2018 – 99,939 miles
  • 2017 – 92,861 miles
  • 2016 – 86,278 miles
  • 2015 – 79,951 miles
  • 2014 – 73,646 miles
  • 2013 – 66,042 miles
  • 2012 – 59,022 miles
  • 2011 – 47,779 miles
  • 2010 – 41,253 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,190 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 31 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,190 miles (+28)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    134,190 miles
    Test number
    811885861897
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail134,162 miles (+6,778)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,162 miles
    Test number
    856626636235
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass127,384 miles (+6,371)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    127,384 miles
    Test number
    741866357928
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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))

  4. Pass121,013 miles (+5,179)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    121,013 miles
    Test number
    212443430980
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass115,834 miles (+1,437)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    115,834 miles
    Test number
    542329243383
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn o/s/n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/n/s (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass114,397 miles (+1,403)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    114,397 miles
    Test number
    307577845752
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass112,994 miles (+1,401)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    112,994 miles
    Test number
    874996623002
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess Main cables advise changing (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass111,593 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    111,593 miles
    Test number
    732065744002
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail111,591 miles (+5,125)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,591 miles
    Test number
    958681049053
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass106,466 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    106,466 miles
    Test number
    292293649017
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Fail106,466 miles (+6,527)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,466 miles
    Test number
    547655133669
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass99,939 miles (+7,078)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    99,939 miles
    Test number
    780934736175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  13. Pass92,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    92,861 miles
    Test number
    489816136219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail92,861 miles (+6,583)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,861 miles
    Test number
    907064727257
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass86,278 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    86,278 miles
    Test number
    140930536393
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail86,278 miles (+6,327)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,278 miles
    Test number
    206261250200
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass79,951 miles (+6,305)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    79,951 miles
    Test number
    668214483503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass73,646 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    73,646 miles
    Test number
    197845534277
    • NoteNearside and offside parking brake cables central support rubbers perished and collapsed.
    • NoteService due as indicated in dash display.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail73,646 miles (+7,604)1 failure1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,646 miles
    Test number
    328625834434
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNearside and offside parking brake cables central support rubbers perished and collapsed.
    • NoteService due as indicated in dash display.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass66,042 miles (+7,020)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    66,042 miles
    Test number
    199463833259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass59,022 miles (+11,243)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    59,022 miles
    Test number
    665189122259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,779 miles (+6,526)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    47,779 miles
    Test number
    447474331247
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  23. Pass41,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    41,253 miles
    Test number
    210353240277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail41,253 miles5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,253 miles
    Test number
    513363940215
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteReverse light inop

Questions about A12 CDV

Does A12 CDV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A12 CDV is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on A12 CDV?
The MOT on A12 CDV is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A12 CDV done?
A12 CDV was recorded at 134,190 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 5,984 miles a year.
Has A12 CDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A12 CDV has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on A12 CDV 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 A12 CDV find?
A12 CDV passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive.

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