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Saab 9-5

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,171 cc

LB05 HUJMOT history

LB05 HUJ is a grey diesel Saab 9-5 first used on 14 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 23 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 194,472 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Dec 2026
Mileage
194,472 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,884 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 HUJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 HUJ was last recorded at 194,472 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 13,325 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Jul 2018: 15,236 miles, lower than 152,136 miles on 4 Jul 2018.

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
181,147 miles · 24 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
13,325 miles
Average per year
8,884 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 194,472 miles
  • 2024 – 181,147 miles
  • 2023 – 173,495 miles
  • 2022 – 171,249 miles
  • 2021 – 167,955 miles
  • 2020 – 165,592 miles
  • 2019 – 161,589 miles
  • 2018 – 15,236 miles
  • 2017 – 141,267 miles
  • 2016 – 129,596 miles
  • 2015 – 115,954 miles
  • 2014 – 105,368 miles
  • 2013 – 96,519 miles
  • 2012 – 86,659 miles
  • 2011 – 73,084 miles
  • 2010 – 58,842 miles
  • 2009 – 46,339 miles
  • 2008 – 39,344 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,472 miles
  • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly damaged
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside door mirror slightly misty
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive closing panels both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll rear seatbelts slow to retract
  • AdvisoryParking brake has kittle reserve travel
  • AdvisorySill covers fittedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated droplink

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play droplink

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 7 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,472 miles (+13,325)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    194,472 miles
    Test number
    947664543165
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror slightly misty
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive closing panels both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear seatbelts slow to retract
    • AdvisoryParking brake has kittle reserve travel
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  2. Pass181,147 miles (+19)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    181,147 miles
    Test number
    889079078565
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated droplink (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged fogged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play droplink (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both upper and lower link arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both upper and lower link arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear seats not in use
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  3. Fail181,128 miles (+7,633)1 dangerous2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,128 miles
    Test number
    558919800427
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated droplink (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged fogged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play droplink (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both upper and lower link arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both upper and lower link arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear seats not in use
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  4. Pass173,495 miles (+2,246)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    173,495 miles
    Test number
    365687527672
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Pass171,249 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    171,249 miles
    Test number
    911674158147
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail171,249 miles (+989)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,249 miles
    Test number
    629725724974
    • MajorCentral Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass170,260 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    170,260 miles
    Test number
    512373343652
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail170,260 miles (+2,305)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,260 miles
    Test number
    626227456868
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass167,955 miles (+2,363)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    167,955 miles
    Test number
    714618883462
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  10. Pass165,592 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    165,592 miles
    Test number
    171726450256
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nail in tyre. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both, inner bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  11. Fail165,589 miles (+4,000)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,589 miles
    Test number
    719071907447
    • MajorFront Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn Both, rearward bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nail in tyre. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both, inner bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass161,589 miles (+146,353)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    161,589 miles
    Test number
    959197781093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass15,236 miles (-136,900)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    15,236 miles
    Test number
    339829122313
    • AdvisoryFuel hose corroded front to rear fuel line corroding (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  14. Fail152,136 miles (+10,869)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,136 miles
    Test number
    662657170370
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel hose corroded front to rear fuel line corroding (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass141,267 miles (+11,671)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    141,267 miles
    Test number
    155988425982
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  16. Pass129,596 miles (+257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    129,596 miles
    Test number
    553963610682
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint outer rose joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail129,339 miles (+13,385)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,339 miles
    Test number
    961647726655
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded across rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint outer rose joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass115,954 miles (+10,586)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    115,954 miles
    Test number
    819381885177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass105,368 miles (+8,849)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    105,368 miles
    Test number
    919950874127
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass96,519 miles (+9,860)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    96,519 miles
    Test number
    699944783197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass86,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    86,659 miles
    Test number
    409781582183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail86,659 miles (+13,575)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,659 miles
    Test number
    736091882156
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass73,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    73,084 miles
    Test number
    415759271102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail73,082 miles (+14,240)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,082 miles
    Test number
    206509271149
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass58,842 miles (+12,503)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    58,842 miles
    Test number
    173096170196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,339 miles (+6,995)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    46,339 miles
    Test number
    513876079172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass39,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    39,344 miles
    Test number
    162289288110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 HUJ

Does LB05 HUJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 HUJ is valid until 23 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB05 HUJ?
The MOT on LB05 HUJ is valid until 23 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 HUJ done?
LB05 HUJ was recorded at 194,472 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 8,884 miles a year.
Has LB05 HUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 HUJ has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LB05 HUJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Jul 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB05 HUJ find?
LB05 HUJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with 11 advisories: front number plate slightly damaged; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 8 more.

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