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Saab 9-5

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,985 cc

LB05 XMWMOT history

LB05 XMW is a grey petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 28 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 70,134 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
70,134 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,100 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 XMW
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 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 XMW was last recorded at 70,134 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 7,140 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,994 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7,140 miles
Average per year
3,100 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,134 miles
  • 2025 – 62,994 miles
  • 2024 – 59,264 miles
  • 2023 – 58,055 miles
  • 2022 – 57,153 miles
  • 2021 – 56,470 miles
  • 2019 – 54,990 miles
  • 2018 – 53,403 miles
  • 2017 – 50,313 miles
  • 2016 – 47,030 miles
  • 2015 – 42,576 miles
  • 2014 – 40,079 miles
  • 2013 – 37,511 miles
  • 2012 – 31,135 miles
  • 2011 – 26,630 miles
  • 2010 – 20,950 miles
  • 2009 – 18,415 miles
  • 2008 – 15,737 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,134 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryUnable to check rear seatbelts

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 Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Engine management light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass70,134 miles (+7,140)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    70,134 miles
    Test number
    455021637751
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check rear seatbelts

  2. Pass62,994 miles (+3,730)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    62,994 miles
    Test number
    649680937976
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin corroded

  3. Pass59,264 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    59,264 miles
    Test number
    205606136045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail59,250 miles (+1,195)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,250 miles
    Test number
    531211116922
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall split (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass58,055 miles (+902)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    58,055 miles
    Test number
    532862883313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass57,153 miles (+683)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    57,153 miles
    Test number
    397617300675
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  7. Pass56,470 miles (+1,480)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    56,470 miles
    Test number
    921017267825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass54,990 miles (+1,587)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    54,990 miles
    Test number
    602881089484
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  9. Pass53,403 miles (+3,090)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    53,403 miles
    Test number
    588225553287
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass50,313 miles (+3,283)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    50,313 miles
    Test number
    807465381185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass47,030 miles (+4,454)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    47,030 miles
    Test number
    206484111263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  12. Pass42,576 miles (+2,497)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    42,576 miles
    Test number
    919258812586
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  13. Pass40,079 miles (+2,568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    40,079 miles
    Test number
    917554344376
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  14. Pass37,511 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    37,511 miles
    Test number
    867288933329
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  15. Fail37,505 miles (+6,370)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,505 miles
    Test number
    417688933492
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

  16. Pass31,135 miles (+4,505)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    31,135 miles
    Test number
    446938632436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,630 miles (+5,680)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    26,630 miles
    Test number
    218600221309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,950 miles (+2,535)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    20,950 miles
    Test number
    920036490151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,415 miles (+2,678)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    18,415 miles
    Test number
    541278109256
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracked at joint to sidewall

  20. Pass15,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    15,737 miles
    Test number
    890903808278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 XMW

Does LB05 XMW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 XMW is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 XMW?
The MOT on LB05 XMW is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 XMW done?
LB05 XMW was recorded at 70,134 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 3,100 miles a year.
Has LB05 XMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 XMW has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LB05 XMW 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 XMW find?
LB05 XMW passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; unable to check rear seatbelts.

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