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Saab 9-5

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,990 cc

LB53 RMOMOT history

LB53 RMO is a grey petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 19 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 71,995 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2026
Mileage
71,995 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,632 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 RMO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 RMO was last recorded at 71,995 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 210 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,785 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
210 miles
Average per year
2,632 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 71,995 miles
  • 2024 – 67,520 miles
  • 2023 – 63,883 miles
  • 2022 – 58,320 miles
  • 2021 – 54,519 miles
  • 2020 – 51,247 miles
  • 2019 – 48,611 miles
  • 2018 – 42,314 miles
  • 2017 – 36,214 miles
  • 2016 – 31,717 miles
  • 2015 – 31,670 miles
  • 2014 – 31,571 miles
  • 2013 – 31,452 miles
  • 2012 – 31,330 miles
  • 2011 – 31,254 miles
  • 2010 – 31,038 miles
  • 2009 – 29,774 miles
  • 2008 – 28,121 miles
  • 2007 – 24,797 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,995 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all round (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 23 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,995 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    71,995 miles
    Test number
    977377230829
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all round (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail71,995 miles (+210)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,995 miles
    Test number
    908676102692
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all round (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail71,785 miles (+4,265)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,785 miles
    Test number
    349092623802
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  4. Pass67,520 miles (+3,637)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    67,520 miles
    Test number
    810511610748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass63,883 miles (+5,563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    63,883 miles
    Test number
    851860823526
    • AdvisorySpring for handbrake cable nearside rear broken, both front tyres balding on inner edge

  6. Pass58,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    58,320 miles
    Test number
    533336933743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail58,318 miles (+3,799)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,318 miles
    Test number
    357188654269
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass54,519 miles (+3,272)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    54,519 miles
    Test number
    555897714487
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass51,247 miles (+2,636)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    51,247 miles
    Test number
    527973140998
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass48,611 miles (+6,297)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    48,611 miles
    Test number
    499589674715
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass42,314 miles (+6,100)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    42,314 miles
    Test number
    263845640145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,214 miles (+4,497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    36,214 miles
    Test number
    636532063914
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear corroded

  13. Pass31,717 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    31,717 miles
    Test number
    620447345874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail31,715 miles (+45)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,715 miles
    Test number
    257470019386
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Rusty (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass31,670 miles (+99)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    31,670 miles
    Test number
    509970520634
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass31,571 miles (+119)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    31,571 miles
    Test number
    486430114339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass31,452 miles (+122)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    31,452 miles
    Test number
    825622223398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,330 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    31,330 miles
    Test number
    246068212308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,254 miles (+216)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    31,254 miles
    Test number
    455585621373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,038 miles (+1,264)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    31,038 miles
    Test number
    351443920300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,774 miles (+1,653)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    29,774 miles
    Test number
    661478829342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,121 miles (+3,324)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    28,121 miles
    Test number
    830955118310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    24,797 miles
    Test number
    131957827328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 RMO

Does LB53 RMO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 RMO is valid until 28 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 RMO?
The MOT on LB53 RMO is valid until 28 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 RMO done?
LB53 RMO was recorded at 71,995 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 2,632 miles a year.
Has LB53 RMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 RMO has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 RMO 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 RMO find?
LB53 RMO passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with 6 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all round; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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