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Saab 9-5

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,985 cc

LB05 XJYMOT history

LB05 XJY is a grey petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 28 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 134,220 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
134,220 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,686 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 XJY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 XJY was last recorded at 134,220 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 43 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,177 miles · 24 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
43 miles
Average per year
5,686 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,220 miles
  • 2025 – 129,762 miles
  • 2024 – 124,791 miles
  • 2023 – 120,071 miles
  • 2022 – 115,560 miles
  • 2019 – 112,381 miles
  • 2018 – 106,140 miles
  • 2017 – 100,742 miles
  • 2016 – 94,152 miles
  • 2015 – 86,052 miles
  • 2014 – 82,882 miles
  • 2013 – 78,047 miles
  • 2012 – 71,880 miles
  • 2011 – 64,624 miles
  • 2010 – 54,252 miles
  • 2009 – 43,280 miles
  • 2008 – 33,291 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,220 miles
  • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes covered in undersealRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,220 miles (+43)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    134,220 miles
    Test number
    298132153718
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail134,177 miles (+4,415)4 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,177 miles
    Test number
    802286819596
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass129,762 miles (+4,971)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    129,762 miles
    Test number
    749876661655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass124,791 miles (+4,720)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    124,791 miles
    Test number
    183580199961
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass120,071 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    120,071 miles
    Test number
    903683542529
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail120,071 miles (+4,511)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,071 miles
    Test number
    695438481336
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass115,560 miles (+3,179)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    115,560 miles
    Test number
    518361837730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass112,381 miles (+6,241)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    112,381 miles
    Test number
    986021808273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,140 miles (+5,398)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    106,140 miles
    Test number
    169773915905
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass100,742 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    100,742 miles
    Test number
    548686082382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail100,742 miles (+6,590)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,742 miles
    Test number
    656228022883
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass94,152 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    94,152 miles
    Test number
    583281236648
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail94,152 miles (+8,100)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,152 miles
    Test number
    832610322924
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass86,052 miles (+3,170)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    86,052 miles
    Test number
    791031932678
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced covers clouding up (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass82,882 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    82,882 miles
    Test number
    667459774294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail82,881 miles (+4,834)1 failure7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,881 miles
    Test number
    755049774240
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass78,047 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    78,047 miles
    Test number
    608204273268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail78,047 miles (+6,167)2 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,047 miles
    Test number
    867144073244
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass71,880 miles (+7,256)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    71,880 miles
    Test number
    745818652280
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass64,624 miles (+10,372)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    64,624 miles
    Test number
    145976981183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,252 miles (+10,972)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    54,252 miles
    Test number
    893689380158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,280 miles (+9,989)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    43,280 miles
    Test number
    740785999163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    33,291 miles
    Test number
    213040318240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 XJY

Does LB05 XJY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 XJY is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 XJY?
The MOT on LB05 XJY is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 XJY done?
LB05 XJY was recorded at 134,220 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 5,686 miles a year.
Has LB05 XJY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 XJY has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 XJY 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 XJY find?
LB05 XJY passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 11 advisories: front to rear brake pipes covered in underseal; general underbody corrosion; nearside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn, and 8 more.

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