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Saab 9-5

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 2,290 cc

LB07 OVNMOT history

LB07 OVN is a blue petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 29 Jun 2007. Its MOT expired on 6 May 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 163,005 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 May 2026
Mileage
163,005 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,899 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB07 OVN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
29 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 May 2026
Latest MOT test
7 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB07 OVN was last recorded at 163,005 miles on 7 May 2025, 6,318 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Apr 2012: 56,954 miles, lower than 57,287 miles on 13 Apr 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
156,687 miles · 29 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
6,318 miles
Average per year
7,899 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 163,005 miles
  • 2024 – 156,687 miles
  • 2023 – 150,831 miles
  • 2022 – 149,636 miles
  • 2020 – 146,063 miles
  • 2019 – 136,833 miles
  • 2018 – 128,054 miles
  • 2017 – 117,224 miles
  • 2016 – 106,790 miles
  • 2015 – 96,297 miles
  • 2014 – 85,612 miles
  • 2013 – 76,130 miles
  • 2012 – 56,954 miles
  • 2011 – 57,287 miles
  • 2010 – 44,176 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,005 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Needs changing ASAP !! (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySkirts fitted over sill

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.

  • Idle speed slightly high

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front subframe mountings bushes worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,005 miles (+6,318)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    163,005 miles
    Test number
    559467594714
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Needs changing ASAP !! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySkirts fitted over sill

  2. Pass156,687 miles (+5,856)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2025
    Odometer
    156,687 miles
    Test number
    698425662329
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  3. Pass150,831 miles (+1,195)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    150,831 miles
    Test number
    714505585415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass149,636 miles (+3,573)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    149,636 miles
    Test number
    445741977374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass146,063 miles (+226)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    146,063 miles
    Test number
    161991861417
    • AdvisoryFront Engine mounting damaged but not to excess bushes (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe mountings bushes worn
    • AdvisoryIdle speed slightly high
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil Leak. Suspect Camshaft Cover Area

  6. Fail145,837 miles (+9,004)2 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,837 miles
    Test number
    611504366826
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source which changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Engine mounting damaged but not to excess bushes (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe mountings bushes worn
    • AdvisoryIdle speed slightly high
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil Leak. Suspect Camshaft Cover Area

  7. Pass136,833 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    136,833 miles
    Test number
    314022232076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIdle speed slightly high

  8. Fail136,833 miles (+8,779)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,833 miles
    Test number
    738863958922
    • DangerousOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIdle speed slightly high

  9. Pass128,054 miles (+154)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    128,054 miles
    Test number
    312766042968
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  10. Fail127,900 miles (+15)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,900 miles
    Test number
    654906486154
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  11. Fail127,885 miles (+10,661)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,885 miles
    Test number
    324722523129
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rose bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass117,224 miles (+10,434)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    117,224 miles
    Test number
    694504725624
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front mirror cover missing sharp edge not caused by damage or corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryEml on

  13. Pass106,790 miles (+10,493)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    106,790 miles
    Test number
    665001935489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass96,297 miles (+10,685)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    96,297 miles
    Test number
    438847905118
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass85,612 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    85,612 miles
    Test number
    438157904137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail85,545 miles (+9,415)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,545 miles
    Test number
    256834704175
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

  17. Pass76,130 miles (+19,176)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    76,130 miles
    Test number
    137898403144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass56,954 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    56,954 miles
    Test number
    245950212189
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteO/s wiper starting to split

  19. Fail56,954 miles (-333)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,954 miles
    Test number
    905839502180
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteO/s wiper starting to split

  20. Pass57,287 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    57,287 miles
    Test number
    539873901104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail57,287 miles (+13,111)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,287 miles
    Test number
    876583601150
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass44,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    44,176 miles
    Test number
    700681810186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB07 OVN

Does LB07 OVN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB07 OVN expired on 6 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB07 OVN?
The MOT on LB07 OVN expired on 6 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB07 OVN done?
LB07 OVN was recorded at 163,005 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2025, an average of 7,899 miles a year.
Has LB07 OVN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB07 OVN has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on LB07 OVN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Apr 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB07 OVN find?
LB07 OVN passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2025 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; central front oil leak, but not excessive, and 7 more.

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