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Saab 9-5

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,985 cc

LB05 OSRMOT history

LB05 OSR is a black petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 1 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 93,145 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
93,145 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,202 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 OSR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 OSR was last recorded at 93,145 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 112 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,033 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
112 miles
Average per year
4,202 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 93,145 miles
  • 2024 – 89,246 miles
  • 2023 – 85,814 miles
  • 2022 – 81,148 miles
  • 2021 – 79,454 miles
  • 2020 – 71,929 miles
  • 2019 – 63,173 miles
  • 2018 – 58,400 miles
  • 2017 – 51,908 miles
  • 2016 – 47,560 miles
  • 2015 – 43,749 miles
  • 2014 – 39,241 miles
  • 2013 – 35,773 miles
  • 2012 – 32,701 miles
  • 2011 – 29,261 miles
  • 2010 – 26,682 miles
  • 2009 – 23,359 miles
  • 2008 – 19,789 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,145 miles
  • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass93,145 miles (+112)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    93,145 miles
    Test number
    635026648583
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail93,033 miles (+3,787)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,033 miles
    Test number
    657284563530
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,246 miles (+3,432)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    89,246 miles
    Test number
    451598742234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass85,814 miles (+4,666)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    85,814 miles
    Test number
    757042960385
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  5. Pass81,148 miles (+1,694)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    81,148 miles
    Test number
    333323444797
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass79,454 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    79,454 miles
    Test number
    328229487968
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Fail79,454 miles (+7,525)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,454 miles
    Test number
    254314151354
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass71,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    71,929 miles
    Test number
    716481790658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail71,929 miles (+8,756)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,929 miles
    Test number
    330665642335
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  10. Pass63,173 miles (+4,773)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    63,173 miles
    Test number
    758086286628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,400 miles (+6,492)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    58,400 miles
    Test number
    378738101697
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front subframe rear mounting bushes (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass51,908 miles (+4,348)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    51,908 miles
    Test number
    646163351546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    47,560 miles
    Test number
    883808486397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail47,560 miles (+3,811)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,560 miles
    Test number
    353952901764
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass43,749 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    43,749 miles
    Test number
    167109445100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail43,749 miles (+4,508)2 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,749 miles
    Test number
    746419445125
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass39,241 miles (+3,468)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    39,241 miles
    Test number
    196895954152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,773 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    35,773 miles
    Test number
    298302663173
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail35,773 miles (+3,072)1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,773 miles
    Test number
    995572663190
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass32,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    32,701 miles
    Test number
    617093952167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail32,701 miles (+3,440)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,701 miles
    Test number
    245243152428
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  22. Pass29,261 miles (+2,579)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    29,261 miles
    Test number
    767361831107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,682 miles (+3,323)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    26,682 miles
    Test number
    821922350107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,359 miles (+3,570)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    23,359 miles
    Test number
    492492449113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass19,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    19,789 miles
    Test number
    533801448109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 OSR

Does LB05 OSR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 OSR is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB05 OSR?
The MOT on LB05 OSR is valid until 3 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 OSR done?
LB05 OSR was recorded at 93,145 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 4,202 miles a year.
Has LB05 OSR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 OSR has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 OSR 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 OSR find?
LB05 OSR passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect: central rear stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning.

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