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Saab 9-5

Beige · Petrol · 2005 · 2,290 cc

LB54 LHLMOT history

LB54 LHL is a beige petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 12 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 2 Dec 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 160,189 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Dec 2023
Mileage
160,189 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2023
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,182 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 LHL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB54 LHL was last recorded at 160,189 miles on 13 Nov 2023, 9,574 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,615 miles · 10 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
9,574 miles
Average per year
7,182 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 160,189 miles
  • 2022 – 150,615 miles
  • 2021 – 141,167 miles
  • 2020 – 131,991 miles
  • 2019 – 124,540 miles
  • 2018 – 116,156 miles
  • 2017 – 112,808 miles
  • 2016 – 109,611 miles
  • 2015 – 105,225 miles
  • 2014 – 97,170 miles
  • 2013 – 89,757 miles
  • 2012 – 82,582 miles
  • 2011 – 78,780 miles
  • 2010 – 70,635 miles
  • 2008 – 58,043 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail160,189 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi joint area (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint after cat

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail160,189 miles (+9,574)1 dangerous6 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,189 miles
    Test number
    126311143495
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi joint area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides upper and lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass150,615 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    150,615 miles
    Test number
    928539304711
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint after cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Fail150,615 miles (+9,448)1 dangerous1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,615 miles
    Test number
    191731265157
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint after cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight main beam bulb incorrectly fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass141,167 miles (+9,176)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    141,167 miles
    Test number
    369298150922
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorUpper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat to flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass131,991 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    131,991 miles
    Test number
    969994086231
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail131,963 miles (+7,423)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,963 miles
    Test number
    932588500356
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorBrake lever not releasing correctly OSR park brake (1.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass124,540 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    124,540 miles
    Test number
    352961269694
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail124,537 miles (+4,388)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,537 miles
    Test number
    216123293243
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass120,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    120,149 miles
    Test number
    525257986067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail120,149 miles (+3,993)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,149 miles
    Test number
    795055566949
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass116,156 miles (+3,348)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    116,156 miles
    Test number
    136944970614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass112,808 miles (+3,197)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    112,808 miles
    Test number
    252853124527
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres becoming low

  13. Pass109,611 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    109,611 miles
    Test number
    402568329072
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r pipe greased

  14. Fail109,601 miles (+4,376)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,601 miles
    Test number
    182538283220
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring (3.4.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring (3.4.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass105,225 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    105,225 miles
    Test number
    197902145408
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail105,225 miles (+8,055)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,225 miles
    Test number
    568521645002
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass97,170 miles (+7,413)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    97,170 miles
    Test number
    798724134032
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass89,757 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    89,757 miles
    Test number
    586125233009
    • NoteFront downipe brakct not fixed, (not aligned)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer heavily corroded / deteriorated but not leaking.

  19. Fail89,757 miles (+7,175)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,757 miles
    Test number
    707365433084
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteFront downipe brakct not fixed, (not aligned)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer heavily corroded / deteriorated but not leaking.

  20. Pass82,582 miles (+3,802)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    82,582 miles
    Test number
    507873032045
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass78,780 miles (+8,145)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    78,780 miles
    Test number
    447906801074
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteKeep wear on rear brake pads under observation

  22. Pass70,635 miles (+12,592)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    70,635 miles
    Test number
    942218700043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass58,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    58,043 miles
    Test number
    380923658361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail58,043 miles (+11,661)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,043 miles
    Test number
    790273958356
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

  25. Pass46,382 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    46,382 miles
    Test number
    232359408048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail46,380 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,380 miles
    Test number
    214748808059
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Questions about LB54 LHL

Does LB54 LHL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 LHL expired on 2 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 LHL?
The MOT on LB54 LHL expired on 2 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 LHL done?
LB54 LHL was recorded at 160,189 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2023, an average of 7,182 miles a year.
Has LB54 LHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 LHL has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LB54 LHL 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 LB54 LHL find?
LB54 LHL failed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside rear inner tyre has ply or cords exposed; nearside rear outer brake hose ferrule excessively corroded; nearside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill, and 14 more.

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