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Saab 9-5

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,171 cc

LB05 SUFMOT history

LB05 SUF is a silver diesel Saab 9-5 first used on 5 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 129,066 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jan 2027
Mileage
129,066 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,918 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 SUF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
5 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 SUF was last recorded at 129,066 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 2,908 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Apr 2018: 99,545 miles, lower than 99,572 miles on 10 Apr 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
126,158 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,908 miles
Average per year
4,918 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,066 miles
  • 2025 – 126,158 miles
  • 2024 – 122,990 miles
  • 2023 – 120,176 miles
  • 2022 – 112,913 miles
  • 2021 – 107,642 miles
  • 2020 – 104,777 miles
  • 2019 – 102,644 miles
  • 2018 – 99,545 miles
  • 2016 – 97,985 miles
  • 2015 – 93,342 miles
  • 2014 – 89,391 miles
  • 2013 – 83,812 miles
  • 2012 – 77,352 miles
  • 2011 – 69,412 miles
  • 2010 – 57,680 miles
  • 2009 – 49,593 miles
  • 2008 – 42,981 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,066 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Front Headlamp not working on main beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Play in nearside rear suspension

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear heat shield missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 15 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,066 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    129,066 miles
    Test number
    415996211541
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail129,065 miles (+2,907)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,065 miles
    Test number
    841505219180
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass126,158 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    126,158 miles
    Test number
    495456030251
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both OS/NS (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust backbox corroded

  4. Fail126,157 miles (+3,167)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,157 miles
    Test number
    695751172362
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine Underside (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both OS/NS (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust backbox corroded

  5. Pass122,990 miles (+2,814)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    122,990 miles
    Test number
    952147426806
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corroded

  6. Pass120,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    120,176 miles
    Test number
    578553700136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail120,176 miles (+7,263)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,176 miles
    Test number
    298567474129
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  8. Pass112,913 miles (+5,271)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    112,913 miles
    Test number
    182277845332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass107,642 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    107,642 miles
    Test number
    347073242899
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside rear suspension
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield missing

  10. Fail107,637 miles (+2,860)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,637 miles
    Test number
    597838344773
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside rear suspension
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield missing

  11. Pass104,777 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    104,777 miles
    Test number
    273481330982
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail104,777 miles (+2,133)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,777 miles
    Test number
    961560674802
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

  13. Pass102,644 miles (+3,099)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    102,644 miles
    Test number
    137392061996
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inside (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  14. Pass99,545 miles (-27)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    99,545 miles
    Test number
    547174521251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail99,572 miles (+1,587)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,572 miles
    Test number
    603812248392
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inners (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass97,985 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    97,985 miles
    Test number
    906128326007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail97,985 miles (+4,643)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,985 miles
    Test number
    563715375855
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect dip beam (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass93,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    93,342 miles
    Test number
    212886114980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail93,342 miles (+3,951)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,342 miles
    Test number
    114838086467
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working side lamp (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass89,391 miles (+5,579)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    89,391 miles
    Test number
    117649544292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass83,812 miles (+6,460)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    83,812 miles
    Test number
    379393143253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass77,352 miles (+7,940)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    77,352 miles
    Test number
    769497552288
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake discs pitted/corroded

  23. Pass69,412 miles (+11,732)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    69,412 miles
    Test number
    336786751262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass57,680 miles (+8,087)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    57,680 miles
    Test number
    652643700238
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth front tyres and n/s/r coming up to wear marks
    • NoteN/s/f wiper blade

  25. Pass49,593 miles (+6,612)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    49,593 miles
    Test number
    621624599109
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Pass42,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    42,981 miles
    Test number
    733557698144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 SUF

Does LB05 SUF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 SUF is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 SUF?
The MOT on LB05 SUF is valid until 18 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 SUF done?
LB05 SUF was recorded at 129,066 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 4,918 miles a year.
Has LB05 SUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 SUF has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 SUF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Apr 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB05 SUF find?
LB05 SUF passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 1 more.

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