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Saab 9-5

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 2,290 cc

LB07 LBFMOT history

LB07 LBF is a black petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 6 Jul 2007. Its MOT expired on 20 Oct 2023 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 74,445 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Oct 2023
Mileage
74,445 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2022
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,598 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB07 LBF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
6 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB07 LBF was last recorded at 74,445 miles on 21 Oct 2022, 4,902 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,543 miles · 30 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
4,902 miles
Average per year
4,598 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 74,445 miles
  • 2021 – 69,543 miles
  • 2020 – 68,435 miles
  • 2019 – 65,414 miles
  • 2018 – 62,333 miles
  • 2017 – 57,827 miles
  • 2016 – 53,592 miles
  • 2015 – 48,743 miles
  • 2014 – 47,221 miles
  • 2013 – 42,009 miles
  • 2012 – 35,892 miles
  • 2011 – 27,459 miles
  • 2010 – 18,206 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,445 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryTape stuck on dash pod

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 Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BADLY PERISHED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive FROM ENGINE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement steady bar (6.1.D.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front tyres cracking in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Oil weep from sump plug

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

16 tests since 8 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,445 miles (+4,902)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    74,445 miles
    Test number
    233088289614
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTape stuck on dash pod
  2. Pass69,543 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    69,543 miles
    Test number
    338280534914
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BADLY PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive FROM ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail69,542 miles (+1,107)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,542 miles
    Test number
    533702478779
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BADLY PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive FROM ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass68,435 miles (+3,021)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    68,435 miles
    Test number
    596241390188
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer casing corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass65,414 miles (+3,081)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    65,414 miles
    Test number
    370163645278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass62,333 miles (+4,506)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    62,333 miles
    Test number
    609249184704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass57,827 miles (+4,235)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    57,827 miles
    Test number
    771191466882
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  8. Pass53,592 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    53,592 miles
    Test number
    251509258490
    • AdvisoryNearside Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement steady bar (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryOil weep from sump plug
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
  9. Fail53,580 miles (+4,837)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,580 miles
    Test number
    493790650238
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement steady bar (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryOil weep from sump plug
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
  10. Pass48,743 miles (+1,522)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    48,743 miles
    Test number
    758489865109
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
  11. Pass47,221 miles (+5,212)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    47,221 miles
    Test number
    788485814344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass42,009 miles (+6,117)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    42,009 miles
    Test number
    397961643321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,892 miles (+8,433)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    35,892 miles
    Test number
    856693642322
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc slightly pitted
  14. Pass27,459 miles (+9,253)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    27,459 miles
    Test number
    128322951261
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass18,206 miles (+253)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    18,206 miles
    Test number
    253127750268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass17,953 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    17,953 miles
    Test number
    501729680116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCorrosion to all discs surfaces

Questions about LB07 LBF

Does LB07 LBF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB07 LBF expired on 20 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB07 LBF?
The MOT on LB07 LBF expired on 20 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB07 LBF done?
LB07 LBF was recorded at 74,445 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2022, an average of 4,598 miles a year.
Has LB07 LBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB07 LBF has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LB07 LBF 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 LB07 LBF find?
LB07 LBF passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2022 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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