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Saab 9-5

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,990 cc

LB05 XMLMOT history

LB05 XML is a grey petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 29 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2025 and it has passed 17 of 18 MOT tests, with 98,350 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Dec 2025
Mileage
98,350 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2024
MOT tests
18
17 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,418 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 XML
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 XML was last recorded at 98,350 miles on 23 Dec 2024, 4,824 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,526 miles · 20 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
4,824 miles
Average per year
4,418 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 98,350 miles
  • 2023 – 93,526 miles
  • 2022 – 87,744 miles
  • 2021 – 80,665 miles
  • 2020 – 76,731 miles
  • 2019 – 71,744 miles
  • 2018 – 68,178 miles
  • 2017 – 65,975 miles
  • 2016 – 64,075 miles
  • 2015 – 61,970 miles
  • 2014 – 59,498 miles
  • 2013 – 57,374 miles
  • 2012 – 55,421 miles
  • 2011 – 52,697 miles
  • 2010 – 45,294 miles
  • 2009 – 32,869 miles
  • 2008 – 25,629 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,350 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryPark brake lever ratchet high

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 Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 8 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,350 miles (+4,824)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    98,350 miles
    Test number
    972761570402
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever ratchet high

  2. Pass93,526 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    93,526 miles
    Test number
    990527648732
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail93,517 miles (+5,773)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,517 miles
    Test number
    360795301909
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel fractured also buckled (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass87,744 miles (+7,079)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    87,744 miles
    Test number
    972002329312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass80,665 miles (+3,934)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    80,665 miles
    Test number
    752853619079
    • AdvisoryAll position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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 Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  6. Pass76,731 miles (+4,987)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    76,731 miles
    Test number
    258780293121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass71,744 miles (+3,566)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    71,744 miles
    Test number
    881681883649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,178 miles (+2,203)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    68,178 miles
    Test number
    112471513625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass65,975 miles (+1,900)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    65,975 miles
    Test number
    397061751359
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)

  10. Pass64,075 miles (+2,105)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    64,075 miles
    Test number
    898839343005
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)

  11. Pass61,970 miles (+2,472)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    61,970 miles
    Test number
    812717068262
    • AdvisoryRear silencer box heavily corroded but no gas leaks

  12. Pass59,498 miles (+2,124)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    59,498 miles
    Test number
    346745904222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,374 miles (+1,953)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    57,374 miles
    Test number
    486162083183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,421 miles (+2,724)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    55,421 miles
    Test number
    175512192148
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteNearside rear seatbelt twisted
    • NoteOffside rear seatbelt twisted

  15. Pass52,697 miles (+7,403)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    52,697 miles
    Test number
    279485881154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,294 miles (+12,425)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    45,294 miles
    Test number
    220043090439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,869 miles (+7,240)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    32,869 miles
    Test number
    320241519496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    25,629 miles
    Test number
    262550698438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 XML

Does LB05 XML currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 XML expired on 22 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 XML?
The MOT on LB05 XML expired on 22 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 XML done?
LB05 XML was recorded at 98,350 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2024, an average of 4,418 miles a year.
Has LB05 XML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 XML has failed 1 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB05 XML 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 XML find?
LB05 XML passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; coil spring corroded all; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe, and 3 more.

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