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Saab 9-5

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,910 cc

LA55 GXBMOT history

LA55 GXB is a grey diesel Saab 9-5 first used on 17 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 135,507 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
135,507 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,831 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 GXB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
17 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 GXB was last recorded at 135,507 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 126 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Feb 2018: 105,518 miles, lower than 185,484 miles on 1 Feb 2018.
  • 11 Mar 2025: 132,914 miles, lower than 137,886 miles on 11 Feb 2025.

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
135,381 miles · 5 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
126 miles
Average per year
4,831 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,507 miles
  • 2025 – 132,914 miles
  • 2024 – 129,672 miles
  • 2023 – 124,511 miles
  • 2022 – 119,939 miles
  • 2021 – 115,872 miles
  • 2020 – 113,435 miles
  • 2019 – 109,391 miles
  • 2018 – 105,518 miles
  • 2017 – 101,662 miles
  • 2016 – 88,814 miles
  • 2015 – 83,654 miles
  • 2014 – 79,798 miles
  • 2013 – 76,117 miles
  • 2012 – 71,959 miles
  • 2011 – 67,515 miles
  • 2010 – 62,168 miles
  • 2009 – 53,750 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,507 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking /damaged (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking/damaged (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear silencer skin pealed
  • AdvisoryEml on
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Eml light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,507 miles (+126)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    135,507 miles
    Test number
    420079572556
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking /damaged (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking/damaged (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer skin pealed
    • AdvisoryEml on
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  2. Fail135,381 miles (+2,467)3 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,381 miles
    Test number
    453460879112
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch within 30 cm body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch within 30cm body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exahust silence skin pealing
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  3. Pass132,914 miles (-4,972)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    132,914 miles
    Test number
    566657730063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail137,886 miles (+8,214)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,886 miles
    Test number
    804290465161
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axel bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axel bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bppt floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  5. Pass129,672 miles (+5,161)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    129,672 miles
    Test number
    994082869793
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySilencer outersheild corroded

  6. Pass124,511 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    124,511 miles
    Test number
    919445167491
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail124,510 miles (+4,571)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,510 miles
    Test number
    920389005141
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded above tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded above tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass119,939 miles (+4,067)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    119,939 miles
    Test number
    257272283273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass115,872 miles (+2,437)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    115,872 miles
    Test number
    972994491479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

  10. Pass113,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    113,435 miles
    Test number
    283889491505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail113,435 miles (+4,044)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,435 miles
    Test number
    937528116545
    • DangerousRear Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass109,391 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    109,391 miles
    Test number
    761449033579
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail109,391 miles (+3,873)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,391 miles
    Test number
    156583491576
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass105,518 miles (-79,966)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    105,518 miles
    Test number
    178187081838
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to back. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush Outer bush. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail185,484 miles (+83,822)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,484 miles
    Test number
    642441055768
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to back. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush Outer bush. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass101,662 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    101,662 miles
    Test number
    822848931311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail101,655 miles (+12,841)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,655 miles
    Test number
    341235171490
    • 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 a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass88,814 miles (+5,160)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    88,814 miles
    Test number
    767808824273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit slight cut in tyre (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail83,654 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,654 miles
    Test number
    105350365196
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass83,654 miles (+3,856)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    83,654 miles
    Test number
    229190165456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass79,798 miles (+3,681)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    79,798 miles
    Test number
    728311764119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass76,117 miles (+4,158)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    76,117 miles
    Test number
    587641753118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass71,959 miles (+4,444)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    71,959 miles
    Test number
    758749672162
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  24. Pass67,515 miles (+5,347)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    67,515 miles
    Test number
    795656461111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass62,168 miles (+8,418)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    62,168 miles
    Test number
    212062360105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass53,750 miles (+507)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    53,750 miles
    Test number
    344842289127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass53,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    53,243 miles
    Test number
    174952779412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail53,243 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,243 miles
    Test number
    314182079027
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about LA55 GXB

Does LA55 GXB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 GXB is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA55 GXB?
The MOT on LA55 GXB is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 GXB done?
LA55 GXB was recorded at 135,507 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 4,831 miles a year.
Has LA55 GXB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 GXB has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LA55 GXB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 9 Feb 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LA55 GXB find?
LA55 GXB passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 11 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking /damaged, and 8 more.

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