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Saab 9-5

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,990 cc

LB53 JUOMOT history

LB53 JUO is a blue petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 26 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 200,365 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
200,365 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,934 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 JUO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 JUO was last recorded at 200,365 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
200,350 miles · 22 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
7,934 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 200,365 miles
  • 2025 – 190,771 miles
  • 2024 – 180,817 miles
  • 2023 – 172,324 miles
  • 2022 – 163,501 miles
  • 2021 – 155,175 miles
  • 2020 – 149,047 miles
  • 2019 – 142,670 miles
  • 2018 – 131,685 miles
  • 2017 – 118,710 miles
  • 2016 – 105,440 miles
  • 2015 – 96,226 miles
  • 2014 – 87,335 miles
  • 2013 – 81,296 miles
  • 2012 – 74,539 miles
  • 2011 – 69,478 miles
  • 2010 – 64,608 miles
  • 2009 – 59,003 miles
  • 2008 – 50,919 miles
  • 2007 – 44,113 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,365 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested no beam pattern

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested no beam pattern

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,365 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    200,365 miles
    Test number
    557546207102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Fail200,350 miles (+9,579)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,350 miles
    Test number
    857177966813
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition part missing at rear (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested no beam pattern (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested no beam pattern (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Pass190,771 miles (+9,954)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    190,771 miles
    Test number
    230653666045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass180,817 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    180,817 miles
    Test number
    816677818776
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive drive shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail180,803 miles (+8,479)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,803 miles
    Test number
    742981097041
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested no beam pattern (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested no beam pattern (4.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive drive shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass172,324 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    172,324 miles
    Test number
    619805650608
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail172,290 miles (+8,789)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,290 miles
    Test number
    697866740124
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass163,501 miles (+8,326)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    163,501 miles
    Test number
    518562173514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass155,175 miles (+6,128)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    155,175 miles
    Test number
    551428551914
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass149,047 miles (+6,377)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    149,047 miles
    Test number
    489646333163
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust rear box in poor condition
  11. Pass142,670 miles (+29)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    142,670 miles
    Test number
    375790286124
    • 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))
  12. Fail142,641 miles (+10,956)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,641 miles
    Test number
    794717325775
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • 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))
  13. Pass131,685 miles (+12,975)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    131,685 miles
    Test number
    190473036940
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
  14. Pass118,710 miles (+13,270)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    118,710 miles
    Test number
    339998335925
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass105,440 miles (+9,214)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    105,440 miles
    Test number
    633418630011
    • AdvisoryN/s mirror glass missing
  16. Pass96,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    96,226 miles
    Test number
    208396615051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail96,221 miles (+8,886)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,221 miles
    Test number
    315096715070
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass87,335 miles (+6,039)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    87,335 miles
    Test number
    195220524046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass81,296 miles (+6,757)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    81,296 miles
    Test number
    458071923018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass74,539 miles (+5,061)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    74,539 miles
    Test number
    968100322089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass69,478 miles (+4,870)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    69,478 miles
    Test number
    625218411013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass64,608 miles (+5,605)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    64,608 miles
    Test number
    130935420421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass59,003 miles (+8,084)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    59,003 miles
    Test number
    103536229494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass50,919 miles (+6,806)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    50,919 miles
    Test number
    780416918033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass44,113 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    44,113 miles
    Test number
    933075617003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB53 JUO

Does LB53 JUO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 JUO is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 JUO?
The MOT on LB53 JUO is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 JUO done?
LB53 JUO was recorded at 200,365 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 7,934 miles a year.
Has LB53 JUO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 JUO has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 JUO 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 LB53 JUO find?
LB53 JUO passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded.

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