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Saab 9-5

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,990 cc

LB05 EZFMOT history

LB05 EZF is a silver petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 23 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 94,518 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
94,518 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,007 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 EZF
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
23 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 EZF was last recorded at 94,518 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 69 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 May 2016: 64,039 miles, lower than 85,828 miles on 6 May 2016.
  • 11 Nov 2020: 79,305 miles, lower than 756,677 miles on 7 May 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
94,449 miles · 8 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
69 miles
Average per year
4,007 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,518 miles
  • 2024 – 88,052 miles
  • 2023 – 87,400 miles
  • 2022 – 84,989 miles
  • 2021 – 81,730 miles
  • 2020 – 79,305 miles
  • 2019 – 756,677 miles
  • 2018 – 72,380 miles
  • 2017 – 68,476 miles
  • 2016 – 64,039 miles
  • 2015 – 58,565 miles
  • 2014 – 53,871 miles
  • 2013 – 49,191 miles
  • 2012 – 43,873 miles
  • 2011 – 37,103 miles
  • 2010 – 33,001 miles
  • 2009 – 27,843 miles
  • 2008 – 23,807 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,518 miles
  • MinorNearside Front fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light BROKEN (4.5.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread CRACKED (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,518 miles (+69)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    94,518 miles
    Test number
    841008517491
    • MinorNearside Front fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light BROKEN (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread CRACKED (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail94,449 miles (+6,397)1 dangerous4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,449 miles
    Test number
    366249761976
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases CENTRE SECTION JOINT (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (INNER SIDES) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread ALSO CRACKED (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (3MM TYRE THREAD REMAINS) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front FOG LAMP LENS BROKEN
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. HANDBRAKE LEVER TRAVEL /ADJUSTMENT SLIGHTLY HIGH (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  3. Pass88,052 miles (+652)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    88,052 miles
    Test number
    765944818824
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass87,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    87,400 miles
    Test number
    752171118515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail87,400 miles (+29)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,400 miles
    Test number
    801354571765
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail87,371 miles (+2,382)8 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,371 miles
    Test number
    713265393531
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking Fuel Filter Corroded (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass84,989 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    84,989 miles
    Test number
    483957548216
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail84,989 miles (+3,259)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,989 miles
    Test number
    862461137945
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass81,730 miles (+2,425)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    81,730 miles
    Test number
    938628419644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,305 miles (-677,372)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    79,305 miles
    Test number
    964012174886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass756,677 miles (+684,297)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    756,677 miles
    Test number
    548945353736
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass72,380 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    72,380 miles
    Test number
    266128912001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower fog lamp glass damaged
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated

  13. Fail72,369 miles (+3,893)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,369 miles
    Test number
    339212956598
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged centre (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower fog lamp glass damaged
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated

  14. Pass68,476 miles (+26)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    68,476 miles
    Test number
    607135954938
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Fail68,450 miles (+4,411)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,450 miles
    Test number
    386971941718
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass64,039 miles (-21,789)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    64,039 miles
    Test number
    737560872153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail85,828 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,828 miles
    Test number
    735820318674
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded of front to rear brake pipes corroded running between fuel tank and chassis (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass64,039 miles (+5,474)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    64,039 miles
    Test number
    415034670459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,565 miles (+4,694)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    58,565 miles
    Test number
    247092935449
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll four tyres worn to 3mm and wearing edges
    • NoteFront brake discs have slight wear lip

  20. Pass53,871 miles (+4,680)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    53,871 miles
    Test number
    188865234160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,191 miles (+5,318)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    49,191 miles
    Test number
    875986833168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,873 miles (+231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    43,873 miles
    Test number
    166853492031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail43,642 miles (+6,539)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,642 miles
    Test number
    565265072095
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass37,103 miles (+4,102)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    37,103 miles
    Test number
    846631081027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,001 miles (+5,158)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    33,001 miles
    Test number
    444852880007
    • NoteBoth wiper blades have slight tears to the ends of the blades

  26. Pass27,843 miles (+4,036)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    27,843 miles
    Test number
    860696279090
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass23,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    23,807 miles
    Test number
    160347588031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 EZF

Does LB05 EZF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 EZF is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB05 EZF?
The MOT on LB05 EZF is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 EZF done?
LB05 EZF was recorded at 94,518 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 4,007 miles a year.
Has LB05 EZF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 EZF has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 EZF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 9 May 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB05 EZF find?
LB05 EZF passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light broken; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 2 more.

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