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Saab 9-5

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,990 cc

LB05 EXXMOT history

LB05 EXX is a silver petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 14 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2024 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 95,435 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2024
Mileage
95,435 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2023
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,510 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 EXX
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
14 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 EXX was last recorded at 95,435 miles on 20 Dec 2023, 2,905 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,530 miles · 1 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
2,905 miles
Average per year
4,510 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 95,435 miles
  • 2022 – 92,530 miles
  • 2021 – 90,623 miles
  • 2020 – 88,295 miles
  • 2019 – 81,519 miles
  • 2018 – 77,535 miles
  • 2017 – 72,486 miles
  • 2016 – 63,151 miles
  • 2015 – 54,715 miles
  • 2014 – 49,761 miles
  • 2013 – 43,205 miles
  • 2012 – 41,488 miles
  • 2011 – 38,421 miles
  • 2010 – 34,202 miles
  • 2009 – 29,720 miles
  • 2008 – 26,481 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,435 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Brake pipe slightly damaged both front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear exhaust corroded & weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass95,435 miles (+2,905)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    95,435 miles
    Test number
    375585185603
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass92,530 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    92,530 miles
    Test number
    663128102845
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly damaged both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded & weak

  3. Fail92,530 miles (+1,907)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,530 miles
    Test number
    256727001523
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly damaged both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded & weak

  4. Pass90,623 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    90,623 miles
    Test number
    887326623238
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  5. Fail90,623 miles (+2,328)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,623 miles
    Test number
    426588393264
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  6. Pass88,295 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    88,295 miles
    Test number
    213301634959
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust corroded

  7. Fail88,295 miles (+6,776)2 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,295 miles
    Test number
    188882730333
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFuel hose insecure fuel filter (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust corroded

  8. Pass81,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    81,519 miles
    Test number
    590181617466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail81,519 miles (+3,984)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,519 miles
    Test number
    501893277325
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  10. Pass77,535 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    77,535 miles
    Test number
    701031209942
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail77,535 miles (+5,049)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,535 miles
    Test number
    132804835109
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass72,486 miles (+9,335)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    72,486 miles
    Test number
    865542334598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,151 miles (+8,436)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    63,151 miles
    Test number
    783754178936
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass54,715 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    54,715 miles
    Test number
    977022904482
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  15. Fail54,715 miles (+4,954)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,715 miles
    Test number
    354940396702
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  16. Pass49,761 miles (+6,556)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    49,761 miles
    Test number
    837699934268
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUneven tread wear on nearside rear tyre.

  17. Pass43,205 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    43,205 miles
    Test number
    726699633207
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management lamp illuminated.

  18. Fail43,205 miles (+1,717)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,205 miles
    Test number
    975009733261
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management lamp illuminated.

  19. Pass41,488 miles (+3,067)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    41,488 miles
    Test number
    165461342280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,421 miles (+4,219)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    38,421 miles
    Test number
    587022541248
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear brake discs starting to deteriorate

  21. Pass34,202 miles (+4,482)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    34,202 miles
    Test number
    994840470221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteSmall cut in nearside front tyre sidewall.

  22. Pass29,720 miles (+3,239)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    29,720 miles
    Test number
    863308969297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass26,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    26,481 miles
    Test number
    823819248227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 EXX

Does LB05 EXX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 EXX expired on 21 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 EXX?
The MOT on LB05 EXX expired on 21 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 EXX done?
LB05 EXX was recorded at 95,435 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2023, an average of 4,510 miles a year.
Has LB05 EXX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 EXX has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LB05 EXX 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 EXX find?
LB05 EXX passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2023 with 2 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil leak, but not excessive.

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