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Saab 9-5

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,290 cc

LB04 VDRMOT history

LB04 VDR is a black petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 23 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 36,255 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2026
Mileage
36,255 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,098 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 VDR
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 26 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 VDR was last recorded at 36,255 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 11,209 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
25,046 miles · 3 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
11,209 miles
Average per year
1,098 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 36,255 miles
  • 2024 – 25,046 miles
  • 2023 – 21,289 miles
  • 2022 – 20,957 miles
  • 2021 – 20,876 miles
  • 2019 – 20,871 miles
  • 2017 – 20,827 miles
  • 2016 – 20,746 miles
  • 2015 – 20,671 miles
  • 2014 – 20,510 miles
  • 2012 – 19,742 miles
  • 2011 – 19,502 miles
  • 2010 – 18,572 miles
  • 2009 – 17,995 miles
  • 2008 – 17,531 miles
  • 2007 – 16,373 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,255 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • 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.

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,255 miles (+11,209)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    36,255 miles
    Test number
    230601338406
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass25,046 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    25,046 miles
    Test number
    286244534459
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 wearing on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail25,046 miles (+3,757)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,046 miles
    Test number
    981038109526
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 wearing on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass21,289 miles (+332)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    21,289 miles
    Test number
    376474826825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass20,957 miles (+81)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    20,957 miles
    Test number
    415726711428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass20,876 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    20,876 miles
    Test number
    321467672767
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components

  7. Pass20,871 miles (+44)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    20,871 miles
    Test number
    468065586653
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components

  8. Pass20,827 miles (+81)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    20,827 miles
    Test number
    516763205353
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  9. Pass20,746 miles (+75)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    20,746 miles
    Test number
    168741773918
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  10. Pass20,671 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    20,671 miles
    Test number
    110073790059
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  11. Fail20,671 miles (+161)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,671 miles
    Test number
    725096696918
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  12. Pass20,510 miles (+768)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    20,510 miles
    Test number
    729373764288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass19,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    19,742 miles
    Test number
    369162382468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail19,742 miles (+240)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,742 miles
    Test number
    379272582452
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass19,502 miles (+930)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    19,502 miles
    Test number
    345677061421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,572 miles (+577)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    18,572 miles
    Test number
    884958160296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass17,995 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    17,995 miles
    Test number
    991887989208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail17,995 miles (+464)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,995 miles
    Test number
    131456489285
    • FailureHand operated control valve malfunctioning (3.2.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass17,531 miles (+1,158)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    17,531 miles
    Test number
    411815558266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    16,373 miles
    Test number
    771191467203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail16,373 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,373 miles
    Test number
    954191867215
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Questions about LB04 VDR

Does LB04 VDR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 VDR is valid until 26 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB04 VDR?
The MOT on LB04 VDR is valid until 26 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 VDR done?
LB04 VDR was recorded at 36,255 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 1,098 miles a year.
Has LB04 VDR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 VDR has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LB04 VDR 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 VDR find?
LB04 VDR passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured.

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