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Saab 9-5

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 2,290 cc

LB04 WODMOT history

LB04 WOD is a blue petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 23 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 142,728 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
142,728 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,370 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 WOD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 WOD was last recorded at 142,728 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,728 miles · 3 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,370 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 142,728 miles
  • 2024 – 141,840 miles
  • 2023 – 140,271 miles
  • 2022 – 138,611 miles
  • 2021 – 137,315 miles
  • 2020 – 135,726 miles
  • 2019 – 132,406 miles
  • 2018 – 129,195 miles
  • 2017 – 122,370 miles
  • 2016 – 117,832 miles
  • 2015 – 113,069 miles
  • 2014 – 107,618 miles
  • 2013 – 101,214 miles
  • 2012 – 93,727 miles
  • 2011 – 85,735 miles
  • 2010 – 75,890 miles
  • 2009 – 62,949 miles
  • 2008 – 48,378 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,728 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth head lamp lenss deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear lens damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaus box deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Rear exhaust box deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Steering lock not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

29 tests since 10 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,728 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    142,728 miles
    Test number
    614970342112
    • AdvisoryBoth head lamp lenss deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lens damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaus box deteriorated

  2. Fail142,728 miles (+888)1 dangerous9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,728 miles
    Test number
    389459202006
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth head lamp lenss deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lens damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaus box deteriorated

  3. Pass141,840 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    141,840 miles
    Test number
    758554483173
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCentral flexi joint hitting on brace
    • AdvisoryCentral flexi joint hitting on brace
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  4. Fail141,840 miles (+1,569)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,840 miles
    Test number
    731533603186
    • 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 Position lamp showing white light to the rear lens broken (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust box deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCentral flexi joint hitting on brace
    • AdvisoryCentral flexi joint hitting on brace
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  5. Pass140,271 miles (+1,660)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    140,271 miles
    Test number
    776432683859
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy front flexi joint (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  6. Pass138,611 miles (+5)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    138,611 miles
    Test number
    405481257381
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Fail138,606 miles (+1,291)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,606 miles
    Test number
    712782717170
    • DangerousNearside 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 post 1 July 2003 - Failure (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass137,315 miles (+1,589)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    137,315 miles
    Test number
    182636508793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass135,726 miles (+3,320)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    135,726 miles
    Test number
    715894855460
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll exhaust rubbers worn

  10. Pass132,406 miles (+3,211)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    132,406 miles
    Test number
    304527028551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass129,195 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    129,195 miles
    Test number
    194336498991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail129,186 miles (+6,816)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,186 miles
    Test number
    855922128853
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

  13. Pass122,370 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    122,370 miles
    Test number
    607624611959
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail122,365 miles (+4,533)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,365 miles
    Test number
    394235923239
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass117,832 miles (+4,763)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    117,832 miles
    Test number
    193871451799
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  16. Pass113,069 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    113,069 miles
    Test number
    419933815164
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEml on

  17. Fail113,069 miles (+5,451)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,069 miles
    Test number
    848263115187
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEml on

  18. Pass107,618 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    107,618 miles
    Test number
    458126924184
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEml on

  19. Fail107,618 miles (+6,404)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,618 miles
    Test number
    179376424139
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEml on

  20. Pass101,214 miles (+7,487)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    101,214 miles
    Test number
    456620323104
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEml on
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

  21. Fail93,727 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,727 miles
    Test number
    207535912176
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on edges

  22. Pass93,727 miles (+7,992)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    93,727 miles
    Test number
    756175212167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on edges

  23. Pass85,735 miles (+9,845)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    85,735 miles
    Test number
    336591311127
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass75,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    75,890 miles
    Test number
    833199110182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail75,890 miles (+12,941)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,890 miles
    Test number
    971319710178
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

  26. Fail62,949 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,949 miles
    Test number
    473925809153
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  27. Pass62,949 miles (+14,571)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    62,949 miles
    Test number
    532855209131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass48,378 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    48,378 miles
    Test number
    703021508109
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail48,378 miles1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,378 miles
    Test number
    411231108195
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB04 WOD

Does LB04 WOD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 WOD is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB04 WOD?
The MOT on LB04 WOD is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 WOD done?
LB04 WOD was recorded at 142,728 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 5,370 miles a year.
Has LB04 WOD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 WOD has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB04 WOD 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 WOD find?
LB04 WOD passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 9 advisories: both head lamp lenss deteriorated; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front fog lamp damaged, and 6 more.

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