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Saab 9-5

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,290 cc

LB04 BJUMOT history

LB04 BJU is a grey petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 19 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 154,938 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jan 2027
Mileage
154,938 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,859 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 BJU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
19 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 BJU was last recorded at 154,938 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 8,225 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,713 miles · 17 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
8,225 miles
Average per year
5,859 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 154,938 miles
  • 2024 – 146,713 miles
  • 2023 – 130,755 miles
  • 2022 – 124,856 miles
  • 2021 – 119,934 miles
  • 2019 – 114,764 miles
  • 2017 – 111,670 miles
  • 2016 – 109,237 miles
  • 2015 – 107,083 miles
  • 2014 – 103,568 miles
  • 2013 – 99,836 miles
  • 2012 – 84,638 miles
  • 2011 – 75,679 miles
  • 2010 – 71,581 miles
  • 2009 – 65,891 miles
  • 2008 – 61,666 miles
  • 2007 – 46,238 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,938 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 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.

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front subframe rear bushes worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 24 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,938 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    154,938 miles
    Test number
    451701062914
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail154,938 miles (+8,225)1 major2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,938 miles
    Test number
    733318275667
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass146,713 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    146,713 miles
    Test number
    462937590854
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe rear bushes worn
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail146,713 miles (+6,933)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,713 miles
    Test number
    374331357868
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe rear bushes worn
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass139,780 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    139,780 miles
    Test number
    258215713833
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe rear bushes worn
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail139,779 miles (+9,024)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,779 miles
    Test number
    962819256806
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe rear bushes worn
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass130,755 miles (+5,899)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    130,755 miles
    Test number
    220522098536
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe rear bushes worn
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass124,856 miles (+4,922)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    124,856 miles
    Test number
    780789178296
    • AdvisoryFront subframe n/s/r bush worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass119,934 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    119,934 miles
    Test number
    585314795829
    • AdvisoryNearside Front subframe n/s/r bush worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail119,934 miles (+5,170)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,934 miles
    Test number
    684962720303
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Position lamp not working Both rear inner sidelights inop (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front subframe n/s/r bush worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass114,764 miles (+29)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    114,764 miles
    Test number
    863747145508
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail114,735 miles (+3,065)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,735 miles
    Test number
    640094510285
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass111,670 miles (+2,433)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    111,670 miles
    Test number
    581472037098
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryMil lamp on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass109,237 miles (+2,154)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    109,237 miles
    Test number
    769732798363
    • AdvisoryEML On
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass107,083 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    107,083 miles
    Test number
    573570659199
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer badly corroded

  16. Fail107,083 miles (+3,515)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,083 miles
    Test number
    833289193873
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer badly corroded

  17. Pass103,568 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    103,568 miles
    Test number
    335044744284
    • NoteREAR EXHAUST SILENCER BADLY CRRODED

  18. Fail103,568 miles (+3,732)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,568 miles
    Test number
    456894644295
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • NoteE.M.L.
    • NoteREAR EXHAUST SILENCER BADLY CRRODED

  19. Pass99,836 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    99,836 miles
    Test number
    348619423222
    • NoteE.M.L. on
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer badly corroded

  20. Fail99,836 miles (+15,198)2 dangerous4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,836 miles
    Test number
    118348923250
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteE.M.L. on
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer badly corroded

  21. Pass84,638 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    84,638 miles
    Test number
    935938132254
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine warning light on dash

  22. Fail84,638 miles (+8,959)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,638 miles
    Test number
    267748432298
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine warning light on dash

  23. Pass75,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    75,679 miles
    Test number
    178797601219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail75,679 miles (+4,098)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,679 miles
    Test number
    759247801294
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake disc's lipped & worn !!!
    • NoteNearside front driveshaft boot small damage & leaking !!!

  25. Pass71,581 miles (+5,690)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    71,581 miles
    Test number
    622017150183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront bumper has a slight damage
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has a small cut in tread

  26. Fail65,891 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,891 miles
    Test number
    462036349144
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  27. Pass65,891 miles (+4,225)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    65,891 miles
    Test number
    532956149150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass61,666 miles (+15,428)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    61,666 miles
    Test number
    243642618477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass46,238 miles (+534)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2008
    Odometer
    46,238 miles
    Test number
    561371337130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail45,704 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,704 miles
    Test number
    694644517132
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • 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)

Questions about LB04 BJU

Does LB04 BJU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 BJU is valid until 10 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 BJU?
The MOT on LB04 BJU is valid until 10 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 BJU done?
LB04 BJU was recorded at 154,938 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 5,859 miles a year.
Has LB04 BJU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 BJU has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB04 BJU 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 LB04 BJU find?
LB04 BJU passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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