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Saab 9-5

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,990 cc

LB53 YDNMOT history

LB53 YDN is a blue petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 27 Feb 2004. Its MOT expired on 22 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 106,304 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Aug 2025
Mileage
106,304 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,792 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 YDN
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
27 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB53 YDN was last recorded at 106,304 miles on 12 Aug 2025, 4,816 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,488 miles · 7 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
4,816 miles
Average per year
4,792 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 106,304 miles
  • 2024 – 101,488 miles
  • 2023 – 97,224 miles
  • 2022 – 93,846 miles
  • 2021 – 89,922 miles
  • 2020 – 86,176 miles
  • 2019 – 79,856 miles
  • 2018 – 68,908 miles
  • 2017 – 54,300 miles
  • 2016 – 49,525 miles
  • 2015 – 46,770 miles
  • 2014 – 43,757 miles
  • 2013 – 40,950 miles
  • 2012 – 38,665 miles
  • 2011 – 35,195 miles
  • 2010 – 31,149 miles
  • 2009 – 27,057 miles
  • 2008 – 22,779 miles
  • 2007 – 18,170 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail106,304 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Front mounting in chassis has hole and corroded badly marked in yellow chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg has two holes in marked in yellow chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill has big hole in within 30cm of suspension arm mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch near subframe mounting and shock absorber mounting corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive front mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures 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.

  • BOTH HEADLAMPS CLOUDED BUT LIGHT OUTPUT NOT SERIOUSLY REDUCED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear registration plate lamp dim

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear ALL suspension arms corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail106,304 miles (+4,816)1 dangerous8 major3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,304 miles
    Test number
    594303802222
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Front mounting in chassis has hole and corroded badly marked in yellow chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg has two holes in marked in yellow chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill has big hole in within 30cm of suspension arm mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch near subframe mounting and shock absorber mounting corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive front mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass101,488 miles (+4,264)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    101,488 miles
    Test number
    536846236829
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNear side rear brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass97,224 miles (+3)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    97,224 miles
    Test number
    757773606556
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective SMEARING (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBOTH HEADLAMPS CLOUDED BUT LIGHT OUTPUT NOT SERIOUSLY REDUCED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear registration plate lamp dim
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear ALL suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion evident to entire underside of vehicle

  4. Fail97,221 miles (+3,375)5 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,221 miles
    Test number
    391375999287
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system grabbing severely (1.3.1 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective SMEARING (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBOTH HEADLAMPS CLOUDED BUT LIGHT OUTPUT NOT SERIOUSLY REDUCED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear registration plate lamp dim
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear ALL suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass93,846 miles (+32)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    93,846 miles
    Test number
    697563179621
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail93,814 miles (+3,892)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,814 miles
    Test number
    313422963043
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass89,922 miles (+3,746)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    89,922 miles
    Test number
    260215724735
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass86,176 miles (+6,320)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    86,176 miles
    Test number
    814039801044
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Pass79,856 miles (+10,948)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    79,856 miles
    Test number
    754420072876
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Pass68,908 miles (+14,608)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    68,908 miles
    Test number
    380428533969
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass54,300 miles (+1,312)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    54,300 miles
    Test number
    449903467361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,988 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    52,988 miles
    Test number
    465054908270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  13. Fail52,988 miles (+3,463)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,988 miles
    Test number
    205852101127
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  14. Pass49,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    49,525 miles
    Test number
    373149098691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail49,525 miles (+2,755)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,525 miles
    Test number
    701074573639
    • FailureFuel system component leaking Fuel filter (7.2.3)

  16. Pass46,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    46,770 miles
    Test number
    317291375039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail46,770 miles (+3,013)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,770 miles
    Test number
    708081375041
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass43,757 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    43,757 miles
    Test number
    468333574078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Fail43,757 miles (+2,807)1 dangerous4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,757 miles
    Test number
    117143474044
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres low on edges
    • NoteOsr tyre cuts

  20. Pass40,950 miles (+2,285)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    40,950 miles
    Test number
    375743773091
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail38,665 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,665 miles
    Test number
    176409282438
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass38,665 miles (+3,470)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    38,665 miles
    Test number
    886339182082
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Fail35,195 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,195 miles
    Test number
    146547691423
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass35,195 miles (+4,046)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    35,195 miles
    Test number
    336577591031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass31,149 miles (+4,092)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    31,149 miles
    Test number
    932967370020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,057 miles (+4,278)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    27,057 miles
    Test number
    123933689019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass22,779 miles (+4,609)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    22,779 miles
    Test number
    984557788096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn more on outer edge of tyre

  28. Pass18,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    18,170 miles
    Test number
    144451687495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 YDN

Does LB53 YDN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 YDN expired on 22 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 YDN?
The MOT on LB53 YDN expired on 22 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 YDN done?
LB53 YDN was recorded at 106,304 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2025, an average of 4,792 miles a year.
Has LB53 YDN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 YDN has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 YDN 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 YDN find?
LB53 YDN failed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 8 major defects, 3 minor defects and 10 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps; nearside rear subframe mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength front mounting in chassis has hole and corroded badly marked in yellow chalk, and 19 more.

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