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Saab 9-5

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,990 cc

LB04 UZWMOT history

LB04 UZW is a blue petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 23 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 142,792 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Dec 2023
Mileage
142,792 mi
At MOT on 7 Dec 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,673 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 UZW
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
23 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 UZW was last recorded at 142,792 miles on 7 Dec 2022, 10,146 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Jul 2018: 11,686 miles, lower than 116,670 miles on 12 Jul 2018.

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
132,646 miles · 14 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
10,146 miles
Average per year
6,673 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 142,792 miles
  • 2021 – 132,646 miles
  • 2020 – 125,803 miles
  • 2019 – 122,236 miles
  • 2018 – 11,686 miles
  • 2017 – 111,122 miles
  • 2016 – 96,947 miles
  • 2015 – 90,996 miles
  • 2014 – 85,025 miles
  • 2013 – 77,636 miles
  • 2012 – 73,049 miles
  • 2011 – 67,292 miles
  • 2010 – 60,818 miles
  • 2009 – 54,540 miles
  • 2008 – 45,845 miles
  • 2007 – 39,036 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,792 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box has some rust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass142,792 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    142,792 miles
    Test number
    171205226480
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail142,792 miles (+10,146)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,792 miles
    Test number
    215196274720
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass132,646 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    132,646 miles
    Test number
    549472012048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  4. Fail132,644 miles (+6,841)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,644 miles
    Test number
    983285781661
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  5. Pass125,803 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    125,803 miles
    Test number
    911019647554
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail125,803 miles (+3,567)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,803 miles
    Test number
    277557956971
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass122,236 miles (+110,550)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    122,236 miles
    Test number
    618740565873
    • AdvisoryRear box has some rust

  8. Pass11,686 miles (-104,984)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    11,686 miles
    Test number
    960186507897
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box has some rust (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail116,670 miles (+5,548)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,670 miles
    Test number
    896381396786
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box has some rust (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass111,122 miles (+14,175)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    111,122 miles
    Test number
    624657259079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,947 miles (+5,951)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    96,947 miles
    Test number
    534108377116
    • AdvisoryDifferent chassis number on the vin plate

  12. Fail90,996 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,996 miles
    Test number
    596521275152
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNearside parking brake cable partially seized.

  13. Pass90,996 miles (+5,971)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    90,996 miles
    Test number
    815591775167
    • NoteNearside parking brake cable partially seized.

  14. Pass85,025 miles (+7,389)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    85,025 miles
    Test number
    677192284147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,636 miles (+4,587)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    77,636 miles
    Test number
    898990273135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass73,049 miles (+5,757)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    73,049 miles
    Test number
    325618002492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass67,292 miles (+6,474)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    67,292 miles
    Test number
    305907601232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass60,818 miles (+6,278)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    60,818 miles
    Test number
    850528000259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,540 miles (+8,695)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    54,540 miles
    Test number
    654132089170
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass45,845 miles (+3,457)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    45,845 miles
    Test number
    412700408286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,388 miles (+3,352)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    42,388 miles
    Test number
    131346958099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    39,036 miles
    Test number
    434361447121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 UZW

Does LB04 UZW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 UZW expired on 6 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 UZW?
The MOT on LB04 UZW expired on 6 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 UZW done?
LB04 UZW was recorded at 142,792 miles at its MOT on 7 Dec 2022, an average of 6,673 miles a year.
Has LB04 UZW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 UZW has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LB04 UZW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Jul 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB04 UZW find?
LB04 UZW passed its latest MOT on 7 Dec 2022 with 1 advisory: offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured.

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