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Saab 9-5

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,985 cc

LB56 NCUMOT history

LB56 NCU is a black petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 30 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 142,873 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
142,873 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,761 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 NCU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 NCU was last recorded at 142,873 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 3,456 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,417 miles · 9 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,456 miles
Average per year
6,761 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,873 miles
  • 2024 – 139,417 miles
  • 2023 – 135,007 miles
  • 2022 – 126,218 miles
  • 2021 – 118,285 miles
  • 2020 – 116,926 miles
  • 2019 – 114,053 miles
  • 2018 – 110,328 miles
  • 2017 – 104,996 miles
  • 2016 – 96,437 miles
  • 2015 – 91,980 miles
  • 2014 – 83,739 miles
  • 2013 – 74,122 miles
  • 2012 – 63,764 miles
  • 2011 – 54,683 miles
  • 2010 – 45,695 miles
  • 2009 – 33,473 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,873 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Inner Edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,873 miles (+3,456)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    142,873 miles
    Test number
    317872560942
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass139,417 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    139,417 miles
    Test number
    925123455086
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront sub-frame bushes are slightly deteriorated/worn
    • AdvisorySlight movement in the nearside rear bottom rose bush
    • AdvisoryVehicles undercarriage has slight corrosion

  3. Fail139,417 miles (+4,410)3 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,417 miles
    Test number
    192553358696
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront sub-frame bushes are slightly deteriorated/worn
    • AdvisorySlight movement in the nearside rear bottom rose bush
    • AdvisoryVehicles undercarriage has slight corrosion

  4. Pass135,007 miles (+8,789)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    135,007 miles
    Test number
    668835248491
    • AdvisoryFront Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside wishbones (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront sub-frame bushes are slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight movement in both nearside and offside rear rose bushes

  5. Pass126,218 miles (+7,933)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    126,218 miles
    Test number
    242760303650
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass118,285 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    118,285 miles
    Test number
    363240232162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail118,285 miles (+1,359)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,285 miles
    Test number
    258411769656
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass116,926 miles (+2,873)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    116,926 miles
    Test number
    572367940650
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass114,053 miles (+3,725)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    114,053 miles
    Test number
    896901723322
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass110,328 miles (+5,332)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    110,328 miles
    Test number
    423138376993
    • AdvisoryFront Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

  11. Pass104,996 miles (+8,559)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    104,996 miles
    Test number
    388891896819
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass96,437 miles (+4,457)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    96,437 miles
    Test number
    273072056190
    • 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)

  13. Pass91,980 miles (+8,241)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    91,980 miles
    Test number
    411021228331
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight play in rear upper and lower rose bushes
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight play in rear upper and lower rose bushes
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks

  14. Pass83,739 miles (+9,617)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    83,739 miles
    Test number
    869229904355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass74,122 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    74,122 miles
    Test number
    388527313370
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear pads getting low

  16. Fail74,122 miles (+10,358)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,122 miles
    Test number
    349307713380
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear pads getting low

  17. Pass63,764 miles (+9,081)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    63,764 miles
    Test number
    447068812444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,683 miles (+8,988)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    54,683 miles
    Test number
    237307421304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,695 miles (+12,222)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    45,695 miles
    Test number
    144310030352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    33,473 miles
    Test number
    431834719309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 NCU

Does LB56 NCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 NCU is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 NCU?
The MOT on LB56 NCU is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 NCU done?
LB56 NCU was recorded at 142,873 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 6,761 miles a year.
Has LB56 NCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 NCU has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB56 NCU 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 NCU find?
LB56 NCU passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 1 more.

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