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Saab 9-5

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,990 cc

LB04 FGFMOT history

LB04 FGF is a blue petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 30 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 12 Aug 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 180,092 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Aug 2026
Mileage
180,092 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,587 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 FGF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB04 FGF was last recorded at 180,092 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 585 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,507 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
585 miles
Average per year
7,587 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,092 miles
  • 2025 – 179,507 miles
  • 2024 – 178,848 miles
  • 2023 – 176,962 miles
  • 2022 – 173,450 miles
  • 2021 – 169,857 miles
  • 2020 – 169,141 miles
  • 2019 – 164,470 miles
  • 2018 – 155,065 miles
  • 2017 – 146,203 miles
  • 2016 – 139,624 miles
  • 2015 – 130,438 miles
  • 2014 – 120,845 miles
  • 2013 – 107,699 miles
  • 2012 – 95,203 miles
  • 2011 – 80,127 miles
  • 2010 – 67,507 miles
  • 2009 – 54,836 miles
  • 2008 – 43,704 miles
  • 2007 – 33,399 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail180,092 miles
  • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail180,092 miles (+585)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,092 miles
    Test number
    163520296181
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass179,507 miles (+659)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    179,507 miles
    Test number
    515164802677
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass178,848 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    178,848 miles
    Test number
    948599581642
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail178,848 miles (+1,886)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,848 miles
    Test number
    641475736337
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass176,962 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    176,962 miles
    Test number
    436293301375
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail176,962 miles (+3,512)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,962 miles
    Test number
    942855625233
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass173,450 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    173,450 miles
    Test number
    564416120124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail173,448 miles (+3,591)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,448 miles
    Test number
    160510009608
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass169,857 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    169,857 miles
    Test number
    869482342624
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail169,857 miles (+716)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,857 miles
    Test number
    696764966968
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass169,141 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    169,141 miles
    Test number
    267303219919
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail169,141 miles (+4,671)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,141 miles
    Test number
    652335379148
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass164,470 miles (+9,405)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    164,470 miles
    Test number
    915298350686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass155,065 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    155,065 miles
    Test number
    720629020798
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Fail155,065 miles (+8,862)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,065 miles
    Test number
    964486067277
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring insecure incorrectly seated (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass146,203 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    146,203 miles
    Test number
    151160318871
    • AdvisoryFront Lower bumper slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryFront slight oil leak underneath
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing low
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear back box slightly corroded

  17. Fail146,203 miles (+6,579)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,203 miles
    Test number
    461717520386
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower bumper slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryFront slight oil leak underneath
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing low
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear back box slightly corroded

  18. Pass139,624 miles (+22)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    139,624 miles
    Test number
    359569428715
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Fail139,602 miles (+9,164)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,602 miles
    Test number
    324547324220
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement centre and rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement centre and rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated
    • AdvisoryItem removed from drivers view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  20. Fail130,438 miles1 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,438 miles
    Test number
    208650545182
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust system
    • NoteSome damage to outer sidewall of ns front tyre
    • NoteSome deterioration to both headlamp beam patterns
    • NoteSome deterioration to front number plate

  21. Pass130,438 miles (+9,593)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    130,438 miles
    Test number
    429660045149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust system
    • NoteSome damage to outer sidewall of ns front tyre
    • NoteSome deterioration to both headlamp beam patterns
    • NoteSome deterioration to front number plate

  22. Pass120,845 miles (+13,146)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    120,845 miles
    Test number
    278923044137
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust system
    • NoteSome corrosion to ns rear metal brake pipe
    • NoteSome deterioration to front number plate

  23. Pass107,699 miles (+12,496)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    107,699 miles
    Test number
    669101143164
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust system
    • NoteSlight corrosion to ns rear metal brake pipe
    • NoteSlight deterioration to front number plate

  24. Pass95,203 miles (+15,076)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    95,203 miles
    Test number
    188453042135
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust rear silencer

  25. Pass80,127 miles (+12,620)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    80,127 miles
    Test number
    688234641103
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust system

  26. Pass67,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    67,507 miles
    Test number
    562149230158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail67,507 miles (+12,671)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,507 miles
    Test number
    923179830172
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  28. Pass54,836 miles (+11,132)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    54,836 miles
    Test number
    742637349171
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside nearside rear tyres slightly uneven on tread
    • NoteSlight hand brake travel

  29. Pass43,704 miles (+10,305)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    43,704 miles
    Test number
    483338708181
    • NoteBoth front wiper blade ends split
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low
    • NoteRear wiper blade requires replacing

  30. Pass33,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    33,399 miles
    Test number
    963295417121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 FGF

Does LB04 FGF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 FGF expired on 12 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 FGF?
The MOT on LB04 FGF expired on 12 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 FGF done?
LB04 FGF was recorded at 180,092 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 7,587 miles a year.
Has LB04 FGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 FGF has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB04 FGF 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 FGF find?
LB04 FGF failed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 6 major defects and 1 advisory: electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 4 more.

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