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Saab 9-5

Green · Petrol · 2004 · 2,290 cc

LB04 VAMMOT history

LB04 VAM is a green petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 20 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 9 Feb 2024 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 183,558 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Feb 2024
Mileage
183,558 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2023
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,833 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 VAM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 VAM was last recorded at 183,558 miles on 10 Feb 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Jun 2014: 28,615 miles, lower than 152,534 miles on 6 Jun 2013.

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
183,558 miles · 1 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,833 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 183,558 miles
  • 2022 – 181,532 miles
  • 2021 – 180,868 miles
  • 2020 – 178,154 miles
  • 2019 – 175,252 miles
  • 2017 – 170,461 miles
  • 2016 – 165,246 miles
  • 2015 – 161,360 miles
  • 2014 – 28,615 miles
  • 2013 – 152,534 miles
  • 2012 – 149,503 miles
  • 2011 – 145,637 miles
  • 2010 – 136,245 miles
  • 2009 – 126,392 miles
  • 2008 – 102,952 miles
  • 2007 – 76,168 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,558 miles
  • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all around (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass183,558 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    183,558 miles
    Test number
    351732236327
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all around (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail183,558 miles (+2,026)2 dangerous2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,558 miles
    Test number
    819851874911
    • DangerousNearside 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))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all around (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass181,532 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    181,532 miles
    Test number
    391472597485
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail181,531 miles (+663)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,531 miles
    Test number
    371486678886
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass180,868 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    180,868 miles
    Test number
    512956289348
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail180,068 miles (+1,914)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,068 miles
    Test number
    175926460901
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass178,154 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    178,154 miles
    Test number
    297965698348
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail178,154 miles (+2,902)2 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,154 miles
    Test number
    458945085693
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass175,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    175,252 miles
    Test number
    103238216095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail175,252 miles (+4,791)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,252 miles
    Test number
    234967506521
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass170,461 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    170,461 miles
    Test number
    861645669887
    • AdvisoryEML ON.
    • AdvisoryHEADLAMP LENSES FADED.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front TYRE IS WORN ON BOTH OUTER EDGES.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer MIRROR CASING DAMAGED

  12. Fail170,461 miles (+5,215)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,461 miles
    Test number
    463463721215
    • FailureCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureParking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryEML ON.
    • AdvisoryHEADLAMP LENSES FADED.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front TYRE IS WORN ON BOTH OUTER EDGES.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer MIRROR CASING DAMAGED

  13. Pass165,246 miles (+3,886)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    165,246 miles
    Test number
    448947072272
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view door (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chiped

  14. Pass161,360 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    161,360 miles
    Test number
    695743255112
    • NoteEML om.
    • NoteN/S/R light lense broken.

  15. Fail161,360 miles (+132,745)1 dangerous4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,360 miles
    Test number
    406363355120
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteEML om.
    • NoteN/S/R light lense broken.

  16. Pass28,615 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    28,615 miles
    Test number
    316786754175
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  17. Fail28,615 miles (-123,919)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,615 miles
    Test number
    515826954142
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  18. Pass152,534 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    152,534 miles
    Test number
    715387653148
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEml on

  19. Fail152,533 miles (+3,030)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,533 miles
    Test number
    258717153438
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEml light on

  20. Pass149,503 miles (+36)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    149,503 miles
    Test number
    285690062125
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteNearside rear lamp damaged

  21. Fail149,467 miles (+3,830)9 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,467 miles
    Test number
    716073052122
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEml light on
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteNearside rear lamp damaged
    • NoteSlight noisce from steering colum cupling

  22. Pass145,637 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    145,637 miles
    Test number
    297743351151
    • NoteFront reg plate in poor condition
    • NoteNearside rear light lens repaired with tape

  23. Fail145,637 miles (+9,392)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,637 miles
    Test number
    827733451169
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • NoteFront reg plate in poor condition

  24. Pass136,245 miles (+9,853)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    136,245 miles
    Test number
    333071840139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass126,392 miles (+23,440)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    126,392 miles
    Test number
    552379949188
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass102,952 miles (+26,784)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    102,952 miles
    Test number
    200383748483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass76,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    76,168 miles
    Test number
    863865347132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 VAM

Does LB04 VAM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 VAM expired on 9 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 VAM?
The MOT on LB04 VAM expired on 9 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 VAM done?
LB04 VAM was recorded at 183,558 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2023, an average of 6,833 miles a year.
Has LB04 VAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 VAM has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LB04 VAM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Jun 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB04 VAM find?
LB04 VAM passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2023 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: obligatory mirror slightly damaged; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all around, and 1 more.

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