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Saab 9-5

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,990 cc

LB04 ULCMOT history

LB04 ULC is a blue petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 17 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 10 Jan 2025 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 127,481 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jan 2025
Mileage
127,481 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,893 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 ULC
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
17 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 ULC was last recorded at 127,481 miles on 3 Jan 2024, 7,037 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,444 miles · 9 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
7,037 miles
Average per year
5,893 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 127,481 miles
  • 2023 – 120,444 miles
  • 2022 – 113,479 miles
  • 2021 – 109,266 miles
  • 2019 – 101,668 miles
  • 2018 – 97,317 miles
  • 2017 – 93,436 miles
  • 2016 – 89,030 miles
  • 2015 – 85,346 miles
  • 2014 – 80,325 miles
  • 2013 – 73,741 miles
  • 2012 – 66,424 miles
  • 2011 – 58,336 miles
  • 2010 – 51,745 miles
  • 2009 – 44,481 miles
  • 2008 – 36,271 miles
  • 2007 – 30,038 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,481 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (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.

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,481 miles (+7,037)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    127,481 miles
    Test number
    408063581234
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass120,444 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    120,444 miles
    Test number
    250511074272
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm at lowest point (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake backing plate slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm at lowest point (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail120,444 miles (+6,965)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,444 miles
    Test number
    543164175873
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm at lowest point (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake backing plate slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm at lowest point (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass113,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    113,479 miles
    Test number
    406572072258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail113,479 miles (+4,213)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,479 miles
    Test number
    411526542714
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass109,266 miles (+139)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    109,266 miles
    Test number
    627036832564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail109,127 miles (+7,459)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,127 miles
    Test number
    544105999705
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass101,668 miles (+4,351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    101,668 miles
    Test number
    837634882061
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust badly corroded.

  9. Pass97,317 miles (+3,881)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    97,317 miles
    Test number
    972845905645
    • AdvisoryRear backbox corroded.

  10. Pass93,436 miles (+4,406)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    93,436 miles
    Test number
    883342713094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass89,030 miles (+3,684)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    89,030 miles
    Test number
    188358785775
    • AdvisorySlight dampness noted on n/s/f track rod end

  12. Pass85,346 miles (+5,021)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    85,346 miles
    Test number
    798125155148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,325 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    80,325 miles
    Test number
    446778164126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail80,324 miles (+6,583)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,324 miles
    Test number
    429217064193
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass73,741 miles (+7,317)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    73,741 miles
    Test number
    618885163129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,424 miles (+8,088)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    66,424 miles
    Test number
    595724562153
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/S/F sidewall slight cut but not deep enough to reach cords

  17. Pass58,336 miles (+6,591)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    58,336 miles
    Test number
    727828861133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,745 miles (+7,264)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    51,745 miles
    Test number
    110316460116
    • 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)

  19. Pass44,481 miles (+8,210)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    44,481 miles
    Test number
    983527669188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,271 miles (+6,233)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    36,271 miles
    Test number
    321230878174
    • NotePark brake adjustment recommended.

  21. Pass30,038 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    30,038 miles
    Test number
    113502177173
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail30,038 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,038 miles
    Test number
    553532577183
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB04 ULC

Does LB04 ULC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 ULC expired on 10 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 ULC?
The MOT on LB04 ULC expired on 10 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 ULC done?
LB04 ULC was recorded at 127,481 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2024, an average of 5,893 miles a year.
Has LB04 ULC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 ULC has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LB04 ULC 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 ULC find?
LB04 ULC passed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2024 with 11 advisories: front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both; front coil spring corroded both; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 8 more.

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