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Saab 9-5

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 2,290 cc

L5 VMBMOT history

L5 VMB is a silver petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 29 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 103,664 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2026
Mileage
103,664 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,526 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 VMB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
29 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 VMB was last recorded at 103,664 miles on 14 Oct 2025, 2,029 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Sept 2015: 84,943 miles, lower than 85,076 miles on 29 Aug 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
101,635 miles · 15 May 2023
Between the last two tests
2,029 miles
Average per year
3,526 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 103,664 miles
  • 2023 – 101,635 miles
  • 2022 – 99,703 miles
  • 2020 – 98,858 miles
  • 2019 – 96,924 miles
  • 2018 – 94,904 miles
  • 2017 – 90,634 miles
  • 2016 – 86,629 miles
  • 2015 – 84,943 miles
  • 2014 – 85,076 miles
  • 2013 – 78,764 miles
  • 2012 – 74,142 miles
  • 2011 – 69,661 miles
  • 2010 – 64,908 miles
  • 2009 – 58,963 miles
  • 2008 – 52,184 miles
  • 2007 – 44,818 miles
  • 2006 – 38,167 miles
  • 2005 – 32,496 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,664 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 8 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,664 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    103,664 miles
    Test number
    278668805190
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail103,664 miles (+2,029)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,664 miles
    Test number
    698967163845
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass101,635 miles (+1,932)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    101,635 miles
    Test number
    323200679482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass99,703 miles (+845)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    99,703 miles
    Test number
    563244049263
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive silld both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust coroded

  5. Pass98,858 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    98,858 miles
    Test number
    587736832700
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin corroded

  6. Fail98,852 miles (+1,928)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,852 miles
    Test number
    221574116700
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin corroded

  7. Pass96,924 miles (+2,020)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    96,924 miles
    Test number
    932022516589
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass94,904 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    94,904 miles
    Test number
    580072827856
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail94,902 miles (+4,268)1 dangerous1 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,902 miles
    Test number
    325251785978
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass90,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    90,634 miles
    Test number
    737769897474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail90,633 miles (+4,004)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,633 miles
    Test number
    223910757114
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Both front wiper blades split

  12. Pass86,629 miles (+1,686)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    86,629 miles
    Test number
    435955855186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass84,943 miles (-133)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    84,943 miles
    Test number
    655923792242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,076 miles (+6,312)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    85,076 miles
    Test number
    919901144248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    78,764 miles
    Test number
    226961243214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail78,764 miles (+4,622)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,764 miles
    Test number
    769401943278
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass74,142 miles (+4,481)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    74,142 miles
    Test number
    157511822235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass69,661 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    69,661 miles
    Test number
    337045431222
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail69,661 miles (+4,753)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,661 miles
    Test number
    625225031228
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass64,908 miles (+5,945)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    64,908 miles
    Test number
    310332230245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,963 miles (+6,779)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    58,963 miles
    Test number
    144756739275
    • NoteRear pads close to limit

  22. Pass52,184 miles (+7,366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    52,184 miles
    Test number
    212941438217
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass44,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    44,818 miles
    Test number
    202595617212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail44,818 miles (+6,651)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,818 miles
    Test number
    713043117285
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteFront discs some wear

  25. Pass38,167 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    38,167 miles
    Test number
    622351926222
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront and rear pads 50% worn

  26. Fail38,167 miles (+5,671)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,167 miles
    Test number
    740321826285
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront and rear pads 50% worn

  27. Pass32,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    32,496 miles
    Test number
    544250825285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 VMB

Does L5 VMB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L5 VMB expired on 13 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L5 VMB?
The MOT on L5 VMB expired on 13 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L5 VMB done?
L5 VMB was recorded at 103,664 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2025, an average of 3,526 miles a year.
Has L5 VMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 VMB has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L5 VMB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Sept 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L5 VMB find?
L5 VMB passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all; nearside rear upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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