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Saab 9-5

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,290 cc

LB04 VDNMOT history

LB04 VDN is a black petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 23 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 82,230 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Apr 2027
Mileage
82,230 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 VDN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 VDN was last recorded at 82,230 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 3,864 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,366 miles · 10 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,864 miles
Average per year
3,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,230 miles
  • 2025 – 78,366 miles
  • 2024 – 75,779 miles
  • 2023 – 74,425 miles
  • 2022 – 72,758 miles
  • 2020 – 69,881 miles
  • 2019 – 69,000 miles
  • 2018 – 66,752 miles
  • 2017 – 63,729 miles
  • 2016 – 61,218 miles
  • 2015 – 57,666 miles
  • 2014 – 53,328 miles
  • 2013 – 48,843 miles
  • 2012 – 45,777 miles
  • 2011 – 40,834 miles
  • 2010 – 36,481 miles
  • 2009 – 31,539 miles
  • 2008 – 27,102 miles
  • 2007 – 21,743 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,230 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust system slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass82,230 miles (+3,864)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    82,230 miles
    Test number
    436918710825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass78,366 miles (+2,587)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    78,366 miles
    Test number
    537776869295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass75,779 miles (+1,354)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    75,779 miles
    Test number
    265881592666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass74,425 miles (+1,667)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    74,425 miles
    Test number
    528943713446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass72,758 miles (+2,877)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    72,758 miles
    Test number
    125075625661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass69,881 miles (+1)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    69,881 miles
    Test number
    741353459340
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly corroded

  7. Fail69,880 miles (+880)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,880 miles
    Test number
    305863857869
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly corroded

  8. Pass69,000 miles (+2,248)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    69,000 miles
    Test number
    491379134988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass66,752 miles (+3,023)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    66,752 miles
    Test number
    492575168733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,729 miles (+2,511)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    63,729 miles
    Test number
    618836317258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,218 miles (+3,552)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    61,218 miles
    Test number
    823726757849
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a nail in its tread
    • AdvisoryEml light illuminated on dashboard

  12. Pass57,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    57,666 miles
    Test number
    227054035411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail57,666 miles (+4,338)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,666 miles
    Test number
    857654135178
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass53,328 miles (+4,485)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    53,328 miles
    Test number
    289386934431
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cut on outer wall but not down to cord

  15. Pass48,843 miles (+3,066)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    48,843 miles
    Test number
    185098633186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre gouged on outer wall but not down to cord

  16. Pass45,777 miles (+4,943)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    45,777 miles
    Test number
    505904342196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,834 miles (+4,353)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    40,834 miles
    Test number
    965133731198
    • NoteFront brake ballance high
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s rear tyre no canvass showing

  18. Pass36,481 miles (+4,942)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    36,481 miles
    Test number
    722372430134
    • NoteNearside front tyre nearing limit
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on limit
    • NoteOffside front tyre getting low
    • NoteOffside rear tyre getting low

  19. Pass31,539 miles (+4,437)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    31,539 miles
    Test number
    222411639172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,102 miles (+5,359)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    27,102 miles
    Test number
    422684548166
    • NoteO/s front shock absorber starting to leak

  21. Pass21,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    21,743 miles
    Test number
    941451047151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 VDN

Does LB04 VDN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 VDN is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 VDN?
The MOT on LB04 VDN is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 VDN done?
LB04 VDN was recorded at 82,230 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 3,217 miles a year.
Has LB04 VDN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 VDN has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on LB04 VDN 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 VDN find?
LB04 VDN passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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