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Saab 9-5

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,290 cc

LB05 SUHMOT history

LB05 SUH is a black petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 1 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 18 Dec 2023 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 141,366 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Dec 2023
Mileage
141,366 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2022
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,710 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 SUH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 SUH was last recorded at 141,366 miles on 19 Dec 2022, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,348 miles · 15 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
6,710 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 141,366 miles
  • 2021 – 135,405 miles
  • 2019 – 135,284 miles
  • 2018 – 133,780 miles
  • 2016 – 129,040 miles
  • 2015 – 122,103 miles
  • 2014 – 111,293 miles
  • 2013 – 98,836 miles
  • 2012 – 91,012 miles
  • 2011 – 78,759 miles
  • 2010 – 68,507 miles
  • 2009 – 57,653 miles
  • 2008 – 44,226 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,366 miles
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported Front-Rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front- Rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust deterioatingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryTyres different sizes front-rearRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBoth front and nearside rear tyre getting getting low on tread

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass141,366 miles (+18)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    141,366 miles
    Test number
    637341090375
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported Front-Rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front- Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deterioating
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyres different sizes front-rear
    • AdvisoryBoth front and nearside rear tyre getting getting low on tread

  2. Fail141,348 miles (+5,943)1 dangerous2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,348 miles
    Test number
    457103099356
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect N/S & O/S (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres wearing low on tread
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported Front-Rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front- Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deterioating
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyres different sizes front-rear

  3. Pass135,405 miles (+121)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    135,405 miles
    Test number
    697613528269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass135,284 miles (+1,504)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    135,284 miles
    Test number
    169972778235
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH REAR BUSHES WORN (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily covered with mud

  5. Pass133,780 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    133,780 miles
    Test number
    626317323339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail133,780 miles (+4,740)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,780 miles
    Test number
    905066272692
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass129,040 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2017
    Odometer
    129,040 miles
    Test number
    422095622905
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Fail129,040 miles (+6,937)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,040 miles
    Test number
    406607861552
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Pass122,103 miles (+10,810)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    122,103 miles
    Test number
    245644185403
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEML ON

  10. Pass111,293 miles (+351)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    111,293 miles
    Test number
    447191194110
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEML Light On
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear Exhaust System Heavy Corrosion
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Fail110,942 miles (+12,106)3 failures1 repaired2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,942 miles
    Test number
    958475884114
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEML Light On
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear Exhaust System Heavy Corrosion
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Pass98,836 miles (+7,824)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    98,836 miles
    Test number
    966199263144
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass91,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    91,012 miles
    Test number
    599250372169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail91,012 miles (+12,253)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,012 miles
    Test number
    746270672117
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass78,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    78,759 miles
    Test number
    225000461442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail78,759 miles (+10,252)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,759 miles
    Test number
    127979051164
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  17. Pass68,507 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    68,507 miles
    Test number
    674471780178
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail68,507 miles (+10,854)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,507 miles
    Test number
    204971380134
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s number plate lamp dim

  19. Pass57,653 miles (+13,427)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    57,653 miles
    Test number
    652422089134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass44,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    44,226 miles
    Test number
    201409978172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 SUH

Does LB05 SUH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 SUH expired on 18 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 SUH?
The MOT on LB05 SUH expired on 18 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 SUH done?
LB05 SUH was recorded at 141,366 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2022, an average of 6,710 miles a year.
Has LB05 SUH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 SUH has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LB05 SUH 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 SUH find?
LB05 SUH passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2022 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported front-rear; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front- rear, and 6 more.

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