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Saab 9-5

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,990 cc

LB04 LYFMOT history

LB04 LYF is a silver petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 14 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 17 Jul 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 133,024 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Jul 2023
Mileage
133,024 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,767 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 LYF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
14 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 LYF was last recorded at 133,024 miles on 18 Jul 2022, 9,478 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Dec 2007: 43,396 miles, lower than 45,287 miles on 1 May 2007.

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
123,546 miles · 12 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
9,478 miles
Average per year
5,767 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 133,024 miles
  • 2021 – 123,546 miles
  • 2019 – 111,086 miles
  • 2018 – 83,324 miles
  • 2017 – 79,444 miles
  • 2016 – 76,491 miles
  • 2015 – 73,415 miles
  • 2014 – 70,302 miles
  • 2013 – 67,275 miles
  • 2012 – 64,944 miles
  • 2011 – 63,768 miles
  • 2010 – 61,825 miles
  • 2009 – 57,778 miles
  • 2008 – 54,581 miles
  • 2007 – 43,396 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,024 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Engine has slight oil leek

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,024 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    133,024 miles
    Test number
    797972747522
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail133,023 miles (+9,477)3 dangerous1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,023 miles
    Test number
    631632102024
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass123,546 miles (+12,460)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    123,546 miles
    Test number
    118455292647
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all x 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake Efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryParking lever has slightly high travel

  4. Pass111,086 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    111,086 miles
    Test number
    862986250390
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail111,083 miles (+11,753)5 dangerous10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,083 miles
    Test number
    649200306150
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail99,330 miles (+18)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,330 miles
    Test number
    500979039990
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine has slight oil leek

  7. Fail99,312 miles (+15,988)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,312 miles
    Test number
    614418005557
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine has slight oil leek

  8. Pass83,324 miles (+3,880)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    83,324 miles
    Test number
    742264546815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass79,444 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    79,444 miles
    Test number
    227042044810
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Fail79,444 miles (+2,953)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,444 miles
    Test number
    629080403242
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass76,491 miles (+3,076)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    76,491 miles
    Test number
    544565615427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail73,415 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,415 miles
    Test number
    247317825069
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass73,415 miles (+3,113)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    73,415 miles
    Test number
    569917025022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass70,302 miles (+3,027)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    70,302 miles
    Test number
    828050834091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    67,275 miles
    Test number
    696705923056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail67,275 miles (+2,331)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,275 miles
    Test number
    759915723099
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass64,944 miles (+1,176)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    64,944 miles
    Test number
    838772042203
    • Note(notes :- alloy rims, 225/45ZR17 tyres, tread depths n/s/f 7mm, o/s/f 2.5mm, n/s/r & o/s/r 6mm.)
    • NoteFront lower sub-frame bushes are deterioated/worn.
    • NoteO/s/f tyre tread is worn close to minimum limit.

  18. Pass63,768 miles (+1,943)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    63,768 miles
    Test number
    987687001202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,825 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    61,825 miles
    Test number
    443601740337
    • NoteWasher bottle frozen

  20. Fail61,825 miles (+4,047)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,825 miles
    Test number
    781661240386
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteWasher bottle frozen

  21. Pass57,778 miles (+3,197)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    57,778 miles
    Test number
    280203349366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail54,581 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,581 miles
    Test number
    493563548313
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass54,581 miles (+11,185)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    54,581 miles
    Test number
    761583648316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass43,396 miles (-1,891)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    43,396 miles
    Test number
    651274647354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    45,287 miles
    Test number
    632531727136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 LYF

Does LB04 LYF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 LYF expired on 17 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 LYF?
The MOT on LB04 LYF expired on 17 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 LYF done?
LB04 LYF was recorded at 133,024 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2022, an average of 5,767 miles a year.
Has LB04 LYF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 LYF has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LB04 LYF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Dec 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB04 LYF find?
LB04 LYF passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2022 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both; anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all, and 7 more.

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