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Saab 9-5

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,990 cc

LB05 SWVMOT history

LB05 SWV is a black petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 1 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 24 Mar 2023 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 138,708 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Mar 2023
Mileage
138,708 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2022
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,980 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 SWV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 SWV was last recorded at 138,708 miles on 25 Mar 2022, 686 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,022 miles · 15 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
686 miles
Average per year
6,980 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 138,708 miles
  • 2020 – 131,200 miles
  • 2019 – 125,340 miles
  • 2018 – 123,540 miles
  • 2017 – 120,238 miles
  • 2016 – 112,726 miles
  • 2015 – 104,154 miles
  • 2014 – 95,381 miles
  • 2013 – 86,871 miles
  • 2012 – 76,937 miles
  • 2011 – 69,409 miles
  • 2010 – 60,474 miles
  • 2009 – 50,074 miles
  • 2008 – 42,868 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,708 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear number plate loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,708 miles (+686)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    138,708 miles
    Test number
    233829352494
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail138,022 miles (+6,822)1 dangerous3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,022 miles
    Test number
    899762938380
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner 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 Headlamp lens seriously defective N/S & O/S (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both N/S & O/S (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust heatshield loose
    • AdvisoryFront Gearbox mounting defective Steady mount
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater lens damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Hard to see exact with wheels on (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass131,200 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    131,200 miles
    Test number
    701095438577
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Fail131,200 miles (+5,860)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,200 miles
    Test number
    585830155796
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass125,340 miles (+1,800)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    125,340 miles
    Test number
    209188607652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass123,540 miles (+3,302)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    123,540 miles
    Test number
    416005783374
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass120,238 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    120,238 miles
    Test number
    534639329985
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin rear (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear number plate loose
    • AdvisorySevere oil leak

  8. Fail120,238 miles (+7,512)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,238 miles
    Test number
    170088138448
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin rear (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear number plate loose
    • AdvisorySevere oil leak

  9. Pass112,726 miles (+8,572)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    112,726 miles
    Test number
    129848236823
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryRear number plate loose
    • AdvisorySevere oil leak

  10. Fail104,154 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,154 miles
    Test number
    275279855136
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine management warning light on
    • NoteSlight judder n/s/r brake

  11. Pass104,154 miles (+8,773)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    104,154 miles
    Test number
    468149255187
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine management warning light on
    • NoteSlight judder n/s/r brake

  12. Fail95,381 miles4 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,381 miles
    Test number
    259528774483
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  13. Pass95,381 miles (+8,510)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    95,381 miles
    Test number
    447328474102
    • NoteEngine management light on

  14. Pass86,871 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    86,871 miles
    Test number
    347312773148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail86,871 miles (+9,934)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,871 miles
    Test number
    807372373125
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  16. Pass76,937 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    76,937 miles
    Test number
    978407572157
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing low on outter edge
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  17. Fail76,937 miles (+7,528)1 failure1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,937 miles
    Test number
    835777672112
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing low on outter edge
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  18. Pass69,409 miles (+8,935)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    69,409 miles
    Test number
    815412371152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass60,474 miles (+10,400)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    60,474 miles
    Test number
    624519570115
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  20. Pass50,074 miles (+7,206)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    50,074 miles
    Test number
    242115079197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass42,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    42,868 miles
    Test number
    370213288163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 SWV

Does LB05 SWV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 SWV expired on 24 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 SWV?
The MOT on LB05 SWV expired on 24 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 SWV done?
LB05 SWV was recorded at 138,708 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2022, an average of 6,980 miles a year.
Has LB05 SWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 SWV has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LB05 SWV 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 SWV find?
LB05 SWV passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2022 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 7 more.

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