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Saab 9-5

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,990 cc

LB05 EXMMOT history

LB05 EXM is a silver petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 8 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 12 Oct 2021 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 199,205 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Oct 2021
Mileage
199,205 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2021
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,953 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 EXM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB05 EXM was last recorded at 199,205 miles on 25 Nov 2021, 8,067 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,138 miles · 13 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
8,067 miles
Average per year
10,953 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 199,205 miles
  • 2020 – 191,138 miles
  • 2019 – 182,873 miles
  • 2018 – 173,662 miles
  • 2017 – 165,680 miles
  • 2016 – 154,618 miles
  • 2015 – 145,690 miles
  • 2014 – 133,853 miles
  • 2012 – 112,608 miles
  • 2011 – 97,999 miles
  • 2010 – 86,334 miles
  • 2009 – 68,611 miles
  • 2008 – 51,635 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail199,205 miles
  • MajorFront Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn all 4 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear seat belts not tested due to large load

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Both headlamp lens discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 5 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail199,205 miles (+8,067)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,205 miles
    Test number
    831126874592
    • MajorFront Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn all 4 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass191,138 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    191,138 miles
    Test number
    249707831470
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail191,131 miles (+8,258)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,131 miles
    Test number
    489391675086
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective rubber (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass182,873 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    182,873 miles
    Test number
    325234113970
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts not tested due to large load

  5. Fail182,861 miles (+9,199)1 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,861 miles
    Test number
    199900473277
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached Incorrect size nut and bolt fitted (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Excessive exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts not tested due to large load

  6. Pass173,662 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    173,662 miles
    Test number
    856137222064
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail173,662 miles (+7,982)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,662 miles
    Test number
    932190819220
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass165,680 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    165,680 miles
    Test number
    107543362038
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lens discoloured

  9. Fail165,672 miles (+11,054)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,672 miles
    Test number
    699620574518
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lens discoloured
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Both front tyres 2/3mm (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass154,618 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    154,618 miles
    Test number
    262914749354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail154,611 miles (+8,921)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,611 miles
    Test number
    507573233768
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  12. Fail145,690 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,690 miles
    Test number
    178303625265
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake caliper repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass145,690 miles (+11,837)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    145,690 miles
    Test number
    318183025418
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake caliper repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass133,853 miles (+21,245)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    133,853 miles
    Test number
    996460554116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass112,608 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    112,608 miles
    Test number
    157797252252
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail112,608 miles (+14,609)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,608 miles
    Test number
    176637552282
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass97,999 miles (+11,665)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    97,999 miles
    Test number
    126355861157
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn to 4 mm,n/s/f tyre worn to 2 mm! Legal limit 1.6 mm.
    • NoteUnderbody dry/corroded.
    • NoteVarious stone chips in the windscreen.

  18. Pass86,334 miles (+17,723)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    86,334 miles
    Test number
    980725370164
    • NoteSlight engine oil leak
    • NoteThe engine stabilizer mounting is slightly worn
    • NoteThe exhaust is corroded but is not leaking
    • NoteThe rear brake discs are slight worn and corroded but perform o.k.
    • NoteThe rear tyre tread depth are low and the tread is slightly out of shape

  19. Pass68,611 miles (+16,976)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    68,611 miles
    Test number
    192884559135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,635 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    51,635 miles
    Test number
    232627658445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LB05 EXM

Does LB05 EXM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 EXM expired on 12 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 EXM?
The MOT on LB05 EXM expired on 12 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 EXM done?
LB05 EXM was recorded at 199,205 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2021, an average of 10,953 miles a year.
Has LB05 EXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 EXM has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LB05 EXM 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 EXM find?
LB05 EXM failed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2021 with 5 major defects and 4 advisories: front sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn all 4; nearside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively; offside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 6 more.

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