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Saab 9-5

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,990 cc

LB05 XMZMOT history

LB05 XMZ is a black petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 26 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 106,300 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
106,300 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,537 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 XMZ
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
26 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 XMZ was last recorded at 106,300 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 11,984 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,316 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
11,984 miles
Average per year
4,537 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,300 miles
  • 2025 – 94,316 miles
  • 2024 – 81,995 miles
  • 2023 – 77,682 miles
  • 2022 – 75,239 miles
  • 2021 – 72,542 miles
  • 2019 – 71,528 miles
  • 2018 – 58,987 miles
  • 2017 – 57,491 miles
  • 2016 – 53,521 miles
  • 2015 – 49,630 miles
  • 2014 – 45,586 miles
  • 2013 – 43,186 miles
  • 2012 – 40,425 miles
  • 2011 – 37,993 miles
  • 2010 – 34,120 miles
  • 2009 – 29,400 miles
  • 2008 – 24,111 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,300 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,300 miles (+11,984)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    106,300 miles
    Test number
    451426356440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass94,316 miles (+12,321)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    94,316 miles
    Test number
    281764501440
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass81,995 miles (+4,313)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    81,995 miles
    Test number
    493935743029
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass77,682 miles (+18)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    77,682 miles
    Test number
    406739797707
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail77,664 miles (+2,425)9 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,664 miles
    Test number
    632999793542
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded Over the fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Engine mounting bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect damaged / bend (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end seriously misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective heat shield (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass75,239 miles (+2,697)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    75,239 miles
    Test number
    431549205023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass72,542 miles (+1,014)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    72,542 miles
    Test number
    392002509806
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass71,528 miles (+12,541)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    71,528 miles
    Test number
    725482836216
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  9. Pass58,987 miles (+1,496)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    58,987 miles
    Test number
    235822902739
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded at base area (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded above subframe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer casing corroded

  10. Pass57,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    57,491 miles
    Test number
    162226671085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail57,491 miles (+3,970)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,491 miles
    Test number
    310162098712
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner
    • AdvisoryE m l on at time of test

  12. Pass53,521 miles (+3,891)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    53,521 miles
    Test number
    370013851499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,630 miles (+4,044)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    49,630 miles
    Test number
    363399583212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,586 miles (+2,400)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    45,586 miles
    Test number
    356880534220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,186 miles (+2,761)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    43,186 miles
    Test number
    977740623252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,425 miles (+2,432)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    40,425 miles
    Test number
    638024732261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,993 miles (+3,873)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    37,993 miles
    Test number
    337858621254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,120 miles (+4,720)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    34,120 miles
    Test number
    784879120239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,400 miles (+5,289)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    29,400 miles
    Test number
    954105229223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    24,111 miles
    Test number
    543456428221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail24,111 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,111 miles
    Test number
    351924628271
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Questions about LB05 XMZ

Does LB05 XMZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 XMZ is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 XMZ?
The MOT on LB05 XMZ is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 XMZ done?
LB05 XMZ was recorded at 106,300 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 4,537 miles a year.
Has LB05 XMZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 XMZ has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LB05 XMZ 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 XMZ find?
LB05 XMZ passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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