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Saab 9-5

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,290 cc

LB56 NCNMOT history

LB56 NCN is a black petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 15 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 162,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
162,427 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,868 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 NCN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
15 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 NCN was last recorded at 162,427 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 3,440 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,987 miles · 2 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,440 miles
Average per year
6,868 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 162,427 miles
  • 2024 – 158,987 miles
  • 2023 – 155,484 miles
  • 2022 – 151,885 miles
  • 2021 – 148,528 miles
  • 2020 – 144,982 miles
  • 2019 – 140,825 miles
  • 2018 – 137,291 miles
  • 2017 – 133,000 miles
  • 2016 – 128,799 miles
  • 2015 – 124,927 miles
  • 2014 – 116,863 miles
  • 2013 – 102,070 miles
  • 2012 – 91,820 miles
  • 2011 – 78,333 miles
  • 2010 – 66,998 miles
  • 2009 – 52,447 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,427 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,427 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    162,427 miles
    Test number
    609632232867
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail162,427 miles (+3,440)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,427 miles
    Test number
    460336493224
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass158,987 miles (+3,503)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    158,987 miles
    Test number
    991042885868
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass155,484 miles (+3,599)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    155,484 miles
    Test number
    152090105845
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass151,885 miles (+3,357)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    151,885 miles
    Test number
    316742403435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass148,528 miles (+3,546)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    148,528 miles
    Test number
    796876964208
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass144,982 miles (+4,157)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    144,982 miles
    Test number
    457611270296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass140,825 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    140,825 miles
    Test number
    791527648496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail140,813 miles (+3,522)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,813 miles
    Test number
    632650937168
    • MajorCentral Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass137,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    137,291 miles
    Test number
    282364632217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail137,291 miles (+4,291)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,291 miles
    Test number
    528170287093
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

  12. Pass133,000 miles (+4,201)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    133,000 miles
    Test number
    288829406429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass128,799 miles (+3,872)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    128,799 miles
    Test number
    921466934057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass124,927 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    124,927 miles
    Test number
    541840196770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass124,920 miles (+8,057)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    124,920 miles
    Test number
    928574579530
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box outer cover has some rust (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from front

  16. Pass116,863 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    116,863 miles
    Test number
    896641914318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded

  17. Fail116,863 miles (+14,793)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,863 miles
    Test number
    625661414384
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded

  18. Pass102,070 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    102,070 miles
    Test number
    228719763232
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail102,070 miles (+10,250)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,070 miles
    Test number
    728399463216
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass91,820 miles (+13,487)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    91,820 miles
    Test number
    317442512391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass78,333 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    78,333 miles
    Test number
    497106211430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail78,230 miles (+11,232)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,230 miles
    Test number
    165881211355
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass66,998 miles (+14,551)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    66,998 miles
    Test number
    563926220357
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass52,447 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    52,447 miles
    Test number
    491405029350
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB56 NCN

Does LB56 NCN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 NCN is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB56 NCN?
The MOT on LB56 NCN is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 NCN done?
LB56 NCN was recorded at 162,427 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 6,868 miles a year.
Has LB56 NCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 NCN has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 NCN 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 LB56 NCN find?
LB56 NCN passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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