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Saab 9-5

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,290 cc

LB53 JVYMOT history

LB53 JVY is a black petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 10 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Nov 2025 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 105,377 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Nov 2025
Mileage
105,377 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2024
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,140 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 JVY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 JVY was last recorded at 105,377 miles on 13 Nov 2024, 4,958 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,419 miles · 28 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
4,958 miles
Average per year
4,140 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 105,377 miles
  • 2023 – 100,419 miles
  • 2021 – 98,547 miles
  • 2020 – 97,133 miles
  • 2019 – 89,536 miles
  • 2018 – 79,985 miles
  • 2017 – 70,122 miles
  • 2015 – 57,702 miles
  • 2013 – 55,874 miles
  • 2011 – 53,177 miles
  • 2010 – 48,119 miles
  • 2009 – 45,725 miles
  • 2008 – 39,771 miles
  • 2006 – 30,212 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,377 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pair

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,377 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    105,377 miles
    Test number
    915816211150
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail105,377 miles (+4,958)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,377 miles
    Test number
    138006454250
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass100,419 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    100,419 miles
    Test number
    419022236438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass100,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    100,319 miles
    Test number
    503641902507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail100,319 miles (+1,772)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,319 miles
    Test number
    808558601863
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass98,547 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    98,547 miles
    Test number
    427293629666
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pair (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail98,545 miles (+1,412)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,545 miles
    Test number
    231964222076
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine oil pressure switch (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pair (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass97,133 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    97,133 miles
    Test number
    128279625675
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pair (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail97,133 miles (+7,597)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,133 miles
    Test number
    722608393099
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pair (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass89,536 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    89,536 miles
    Test number
    424550522238
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail89,536 miles (+9,551)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,536 miles
    Test number
    472681879587
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass79,985 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    79,985 miles
    Test number
    221455211056
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail79,985 miles (+9,863)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,985 miles
    Test number
    174867140815
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass70,122 miles (+12,420)1 dangerous10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    70,122 miles
    Test number
    307388911484
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre uneven wear and cuts around tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight movement in wheel
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight movement in wheel
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre uneven wear and cuts between tread and side wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front window not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust rusty
    • AdvisoryOil leak round engine

  15. Pass57,702 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    57,702 miles
    Test number
    567694431788
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs corroded.
    • AdvisoryEml lamp on.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer casing corroded.

  16. Fail57,702 miles (+425)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,702 miles
    Test number
    586123729892
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs corroded.
    • AdvisoryEml lamp on.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer casing corroded.

  17. Pass57,277 miles (+1,403)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    57,277 miles
    Test number
    175101335116
    • NoteEml lamp on.
    • NoteRear brake discs starting to corrode.
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer outer casing corroded.

  18. Pass55,874 miles (+1)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    55,874 miles
    Test number
    157530103278
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBattery/alternator warning lamp flashing on dash display
    • NoteBoth front brake discs and both rear brake discs in poor condition(pitting and corroded)
    • NoteEngine management lamp illuminated,indicating a possible fault
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer heavily delaminating

  19. Fail55,873 miles (+2,696)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,873 miles
    Test number
    467229793137
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBattery/alternator warning lamp flashing on dash display
    • NoteBoth front brake discs and both rear brake discs in poor condition(pitting and corroded)
    • NoteEngine management lamp illuminated,indicating a possible fault
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer heavily delaminating

  20. Pass53,177 miles (+5,058)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    53,177 miles
    Test number
    198783671264
    • NoteMan light on

  21. Pass48,119 miles (+2,394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    48,119 miles
    Test number
    564952680207
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass45,725 miles (+5,954)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    45,725 miles
    Test number
    591318079254
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass39,771 miles (+9,559)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    39,771 miles
    Test number
    744845238229
    • 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)

  24. Pass30,212 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    30,212 miles
    Test number
    590331666290
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB53 JVY

Does LB53 JVY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 JVY expired on 27 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 JVY?
The MOT on LB53 JVY expired on 27 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 JVY done?
LB53 JVY was recorded at 105,377 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2024, an average of 4,140 miles a year.
Has LB53 JVY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 JVY has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 JVY 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 JVY find?
LB53 JVY passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2024 with 1 advisory: power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage.

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