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Saab 9-5

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,990 cc

LB05 EXCMOT history

LB05 EXC is a grey petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 24 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 15 Oct 2023 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 118,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Oct 2023
Mileage
118,427 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2023
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,328 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 EXC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB05 EXC was last recorded at 118,427 miles on 13 Oct 2023, 1,848 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,579 miles · 13 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
1,848 miles
Average per year
5,328 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 118,427 miles
  • 2022 – 116,579 miles
  • 2021 – 114,280 miles
  • 2020 – 111,869 miles
  • 2019 – 106,958 miles
  • 2018 – 102,553 miles
  • 2017 – 97,270 miles
  • 2016 – 92,831 miles
  • 2014 – 90,699 miles
  • 2013 – 87,736 miles
  • 2012 – 85,287 miles
  • 2011 – 74,180 miles
  • 2010 – 60,560 miles
  • 2009 – 48,094 miles
  • 2008 – 36,584 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail118,427 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Corrosion on components on under side of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside rear under sill is corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail118,427 miles (+1,848)1 dangerous4 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,427 miles
    Test number
    499820889847
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass116,579 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    116,579 miles
    Test number
    997717320162
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on components on under side of vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside rear under sill is corroded

  3. Fail116,578 miles (+2,298)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,578 miles
    Test number
    199117896692
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on components on under side of vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside rear under sill is corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs are slightly pitted

  4. Pass114,280 miles (+2,411)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    114,280 miles
    Test number
    740440553448
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lens' deterioated
    • AdvisoryPassenger side washer jets blocked

  5. Pass111,869 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    111,869 miles
    Test number
    939214266745
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear outer sills
    • AdvisoryHole in rear silencer but only in outer shell
    • AdvisoryPlay present in rear upper hub pins/bushes

  6. Fail111,869 miles (+4,911)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,869 miles
    Test number
    764813364673
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear outer sills
    • AdvisoryHole in rear silencer but only in outer shell
    • AdvisoryPlay present in rear upper hub pins/bushes

  7. Pass106,958 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    106,958 miles
    Test number
    530289501726
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPassenger side front tyre heavily worn on edges and cut to cords
    • AdvisoryPassenger side parking brake slow to react, suggest further investigation
    • AdvisoryPlay in both rear upper hub pin/bushes
    • AdvisoryWiiper blades smear slightly

  8. Fail106,958 miles (+4,405)3 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,958 miles
    Test number
    608340826720
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPassenger side front tyre heavily worn on edges and cut to cords
    • AdvisoryPassenger side parking brake slow to react, suggest further investigation
    • AdvisoryPlay in both rear upper hub pin/bushes
    • AdvisoryWiiper blades smear slightly

  9. Pass102,553 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    102,553 miles
    Test number
    181840140854
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear suspension
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pip corroded under rear floor pan fuel tank well

  10. Fail102,552 miles (+5,282)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,552 miles
    Test number
    144023210032
    • FailureOffside Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement park shoe fulcrum (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear suspension
    • AdvisoryEngine sump plug leaking oil
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pip corroded under rear floor pan fuel tank well

  11. Pass97,270 miles (+4,439)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    97,270 miles
    Test number
    125781449908
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass92,831 miles (+2,132)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    92,831 miles
    Test number
    107821021231
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and corroded (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake pads at 2.5mm
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pads at 2mm

  13. Pass90,699 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    90,699 miles
    Test number
    678535424396
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing
    • NoteRear brake pads low

  14. Fail90,699 miles (+2,963)6 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,699 miles
    Test number
    935884214303
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing
    • NoteRear brake pads low

  15. Pass87,736 miles (+2,449)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    87,736 miles
    Test number
    305052253351
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management lamp illuminated
    • NoteRear silencer corroded

  16. Pass85,287 miles11 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    85,287 miles
    Test number
    288215452333
    • Note**** ENGINE ; OIL LEVEL AT MINIMUM , LEAKING AT REAR OF ENGINE AROUND BREATHER UNIT , RECOMMEND ATTENTION ****
    • NoteBrakes ; brake pipe corroded at offside rear floor at clip , recommend replace
    • NoteBrakes ; front pads low
    • NoteBrakes ; imbalance on front brakes 14%
    • NoteBrakes ; imbalance on parking brake , offside performance low , grabbing ,recommend strip & inspect
    • NoteBrakes ; noise from both rear wheels , suspect brake / parking brake related
    • NoteBrakes ; rear discs corroded , may be weakened
    • NoteExhaust ; centre & rear sections deteriorated , mounting bars weak
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteVarious covers / under guards & mouldings fitted , restricted views
    • NoteWheels ; nearside rear wheel slightly distorted , has been welded

  17. Fail85,287 miles (+11,107)2 repaired11 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,287 miles
    Test number
    715435452334
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Note**** ENGINE ; OIL LEVEL AT MINIMUM , LEAKING AT REAR OF ENGINE AROUND BREATHER UNIT , RECOMMEND ATTENTION ****
    • NoteBrakes ; brake pipe corroded at offside rear floor at clip , recommend replace
    • NoteBrakes ; front pads low
    • NoteBrakes ; imbalance on front brakes 14%
    • NoteBrakes ; imbalance on parking brake , offside performance low , grabbing ,recommend strip & inspect
    • NoteBrakes ; noise from both rear wheels , suspect brake / parking brake related
    • NoteBrakes ; rear discs corroded , may be weakened
    • NoteExhaust ; centre & rear sections deteriorated , mounting bars weak
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteVarious covers / under guards & mouldings fitted , restricted views
    • NoteWheels ; nearside rear wheel slightly distorted , has been welded

  18. Pass74,180 miles (+4,115)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    74,180 miles
    Test number
    817243951321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,065 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    70,065 miles
    Test number
    206677761147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail70,065 miles (+9,505)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,065 miles
    Test number
    986077361166
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass60,560 miles (+12,466)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    60,560 miles
    Test number
    343548480113
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass48,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    48,094 miles
    Test number
    921386269125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail48,089 miles (+11,505)2 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,089 miles
    Test number
    611176069120
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  24. Pass36,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    36,584 miles
    Test number
    244664458157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 EXC

Does LB05 EXC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 EXC expired on 15 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 EXC?
The MOT on LB05 EXC expired on 15 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 EXC done?
LB05 EXC was recorded at 118,427 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2023, an average of 5,328 miles a year.
Has LB05 EXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 EXC has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LB05 EXC 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 LB05 EXC find?
LB05 EXC failed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects, 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside front macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill, and 13 more.

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