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Saab 9-5

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,290 cc

K30 JBSMOT history

K30 JBS is a grey petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 24 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 9 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 59,671 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Sept 2027
Mileage
59,671 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,728 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K30 JBS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K30 JBS was last recorded at 59,671 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 1,511 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,160 miles · 4 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
1,511 miles
Average per year
1,728 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,671 miles
  • 2024 – 58,160 miles
  • 2023 – 56,737 miles
  • 2022 – 55,704 miles
  • 2021 – 54,557 miles
  • 2020 – 53,631 miles
  • 2019 – 51,925 miles
  • 2018 – 50,080 miles
  • 2017 – 48,142 miles
  • 2016 – 46,348 miles
  • 2015 – 44,193 miles
  • 2014 – 41,874 miles
  • 2013 – 39,958 miles
  • 2012 – 37,559 miles
  • 2011 – 35,601 miles
  • 2010 – 32,015 miles
  • 2009 – 30,706 miles
  • 2008 – 27,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,671 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 28 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    59,671 miles
    Test number
    152904738810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail59,671 miles (+1,511)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,671 miles
    Test number
    786150019227
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  3. Pass58,160 miles (+110)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    58,160 miles
    Test number
    520063391403
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail58,050 miles (+1,313)2 dangerous5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,050 miles
    Test number
    950282896399
    • DangerousNearside Front Sub-frame insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Sub-frame insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak not tested due to exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure centre rubber missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSub-frame insecurely attached Rear bushes (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule 4 x rear two on nearside two on o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak signs of leak over engine front
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy rear exhaust (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear leveling switch arm defective

  5. Pass56,737 miles (+1,033)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    56,737 miles
    Test number
    669728254520
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass55,704 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    55,704 miles
    Test number
    715852641779
    • AdvisoryE.m.l light fault codes p1110 turbo by pass valve p1312 crankshaft sensor cleared
    • AdvisoryVehicle passed emissions after driving

  7. Fail55,673 miles (+1,116)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,673 miles
    Test number
    165201407499
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  8. Pass54,557 miles (+926)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    54,557 miles
    Test number
    584168172217
    • AdvisoryFront subframe rear mountings slight movement
    • AdvisoryRear suspension leveling sensor ball connector broken

  9. Pass53,631 miles (+1,706)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    53,631 miles
    Test number
    125647894178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass51,925 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    51,925 miles
    Test number
    302316980813
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed driver and passenger (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/S side mirror visibility reduced
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySigns of anti freeze leak

  11. Fail51,925 miles (+1,845)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,925 miles
    Test number
    462029333505
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed driver and passenger (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/S side mirror visibility reduced
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySigns of anti freeze leak

  12. Pass50,080 miles (+1,938)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    50,080 miles
    Test number
    952853864475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,142 miles (+1,794)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    48,142 miles
    Test number
    911391642682
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded in various locations (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryO/s rear silencer rubber mounting missing.

  14. Pass46,348 miles (+2,155)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    46,348 miles
    Test number
    390035826305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass44,193 miles (+2,319)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    44,193 miles
    Test number
    217651275073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,874 miles (+1,916)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    41,874 miles
    Test number
    426322374018
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/s rear exhaust clamp corroded/fractured.

  17. Pass39,958 miles (+41)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    39,958 miles
    Test number
    438438173014
    • NoteMalfunction indicator light illuminated,

  18. Fail39,917 miles (+2,358)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,917 miles
    Test number
    476203673040
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteMalfunction indicator light illuminated,

  19. Pass37,559 miles (+1,958)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    37,559 miles
    Test number
    215550382067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,601 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    35,601 miles
    Test number
    806092761025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  21. Fail35,591 miles (+3,576)4 dangerous1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,591 miles
    Test number
    176980561432
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousFront discsworn verry thin.
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass32,015 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    32,015 miles
    Test number
    930505580072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCut on o/s/f tyre inner wall
    • NoteCut on o/s/r tyre inner wall

  23. Fail32,015 miles (+1,309)3 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,015 miles
    Test number
    534473480060
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCut on o/s/f tyre inner wall
    • NoteCut on o/s/r tyre inner wall

  24. Pass30,706 miles (+2,913)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    30,706 miles
    Test number
    523172989026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteOff side and near side front brake discs have air line surface cracks

  25. Pass27,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    27,793 miles
    Test number
    142528888066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K30 JBS

Does K30 JBS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K30 JBS is valid until 9 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on K30 JBS?
The MOT on K30 JBS is valid until 9 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K30 JBS done?
K30 JBS was recorded at 59,671 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 1,728 miles a year.
Has K30 JBS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K30 JBS has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on K30 JBS 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 K30 JBS find?
K30 JBS passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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