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Saab 9-5

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 2,290 cc

LB04 DXJMOT history

LB04 DXJ is a blue petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 30 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 101,761 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Aug 2025
Mileage
101,761 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,181 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 DXJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 DXJ was last recorded at 101,761 miles on 10 Jul 2024, 1,567 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Jul 2013: 55,553 miles, lower than 506,614 miles on 19 Jul 2012.

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
100,194 miles · 21 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
1,567 miles
Average per year
4,181 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 101,761 miles
  • 2023 – 100,194 miles
  • 2022 – 98,015 miles
  • 2021 – 91,103 miles
  • 2020 – 85,409 miles
  • 2019 – 80,006 miles
  • 2018 – 74,790 miles
  • 2017 – 70,930 miles
  • 2016 – 67,561 miles
  • 2015 – 64,646 miles
  • 2014 – 61,225 miles
  • 2013 – 55,553 miles
  • 2012 – 506,614 miles
  • 2011 – 47,272 miles
  • 2010 – 41,716 miles
  • 2009 – 36,978 miles
  • 2008 – 34,427 miles
  • 2007 – 32,209 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,761 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both sides (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed bot sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 10 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,761 miles (+1,567)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    101,761 miles
    Test number
    968846016734
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both sides (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass100,194 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    100,194 miles
    Test number
    558541733027
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed bot sides (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail100,193 miles (+2,178)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,193 miles
    Test number
    844797516427
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on main beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed bot sides (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass98,015 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    98,015 miles
    Test number
    624128505269
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail98,014 miles (+6,911)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,014 miles
    Test number
    344149826803
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass91,103 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    91,103 miles
    Test number
    505724709933
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWater in light unit nearside rear

  7. Fail91,100 miles (+5,691)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,100 miles
    Test number
    486130605607
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWater in light unit nearside rear

  8. Pass85,409 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    85,409 miles
    Test number
    123510004675
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail85,408 miles (+5,402)2 dangerous2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,408 miles
    Test number
    620229763852
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass80,006 miles (+5,216)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    80,006 miles
    Test number
    541694486485
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass74,790 miles (+3,860)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    74,790 miles
    Test number
    670355734107
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass70,930 miles (+3,369)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    70,930 miles
    Test number
    975140717179
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass67,561 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    67,561 miles
    Test number
    733630782946
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Fail67,561 miles (+2,915)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,561 miles
    Test number
    545813989460
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass64,646 miles (+3,421)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    64,646 miles
    Test number
    135934905267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,225 miles (+5,672)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    61,225 miles
    Test number
    617256114250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,553 miles (-451,061)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    55,553 miles
    Test number
    686733803277
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Pass506,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    506,614 miles
    Test number
    396301202455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail50,614 miles (+3,342)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,614 miles
    Test number
    889131002215
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass47,272 miles (+5,556)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    47,272 miles
    Test number
    336939721265
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass41,716 miles (+4,738)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    41,716 miles
    Test number
    872939700245
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass36,978 miles (+2,551)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    36,978 miles
    Test number
    941579109230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,427 miles (+2,218)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    34,427 miles
    Test number
    702050948203
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass32,209 miles (+2,580)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    32,209 miles
    Test number
    904580347242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    29,629 miles
    Test number
    982310307124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 DXJ

Does LB04 DXJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 DXJ expired on 6 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 DXJ?
The MOT on LB04 DXJ expired on 6 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 DXJ done?
LB04 DXJ was recorded at 101,761 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2024, an average of 4,181 miles a year.
Has LB04 DXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 DXJ has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LB04 DXJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Jul 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB04 DXJ find?
LB04 DXJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2024 with 5 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both sides; front steering column universal joint has slight wear or play, and 2 more.

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