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Saab 9-5

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,990 cc

LB56 NFTMOT history

LB56 NFT is a silver petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 17 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 110,434 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
110,434 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,319 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 NFT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
17 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 NFT was last recorded at 110,434 miles on 23 Oct 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Sept 2015: 52,035 miles, lower than 73,425 miles on 2 Sept 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,432 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,319 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 110,434 miles
  • 2024 – 110,192 miles
  • 2023 – 109,899 miles
  • 2022 – 108,958 miles
  • 2021 – 108,637 miles
  • 2020 – 105,588 miles
  • 2019 – 100,229 miles
  • 2018 – 96,106 miles
  • 2017 – 90,579 miles
  • 2016 – 87,769 miles
  • 2015 – 84,965 miles
  • 2014 – 73,425 miles
  • 2013 – 61,063 miles
  • 2012 – 49,127 miles
  • 2011 – 39,609 miles
  • 2010 – 28,509 miles
  • 2009 – 26,307 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,434 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,434 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    110,434 miles
    Test number
    982796691034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail110,432 miles (+240)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,432 miles
    Test number
    560288122707
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  3. Pass110,192 miles (+293)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    110,192 miles
    Test number
    100351470146
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  4. Pass109,899 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    109,899 miles
    Test number
    832484310742
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Water in o/s/f indicator
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  5. Fail109,890 miles (+932)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,890 miles
    Test number
    511902978013
    • MajorAll direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Water in o/s/f indicator
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  6. Pass108,958 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    108,958 miles
    Test number
    889998299441
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively ALL (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryR/EXHAUST BOX DETERIORATED
  7. Fail108,956 miles (+319)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,956 miles
    Test number
    828764855687
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable guide defective and affecting operation HANDBRAKE RETAINING SPRING (1.1.15 (d))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively ALL (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryR/EXHAUST BOX DETERIORATED
  8. Pass108,637 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    108,637 miles
    Test number
    481393300740
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST SYSTEM DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Fail108,637 miles (+3,049)1 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,637 miles
    Test number
    871698610538
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST SYSTEM DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  10. Pass105,588 miles (+5,359)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    105,588 miles
    Test number
    212955033053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass100,229 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    100,229 miles
    Test number
    274610258908
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  12. Fail100,229 miles (+4,123)2 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,229 miles
    Test number
    949601490925
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  13. Pass96,106 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    96,106 miles
    Test number
    962819008993
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  14. Fail96,106 miles (+5,527)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,106 miles
    Test number
    483843372486
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  15. Pass90,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    90,579 miles
    Test number
    109469005411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail90,579 miles (+2,810)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,579 miles
    Test number
    885379634487
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  17. Pass87,769 miles (+2,804)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    87,769 miles
    Test number
    499782470824
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  18. Pass84,965 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    84,965 miles
    Test number
    527705477235
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
  19. Fail52,035 miles (-21,390)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,035 miles
    Test number
    821263315519
    • Repaired at testMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
  20. Pass73,425 miles (+12,362)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    73,425 miles
    Test number
    247395944212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,063 miles (+11,936)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    61,063 miles
    Test number
    578727443261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,127 miles (+9,518)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    49,127 miles
    Test number
    867669442219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,609 miles (+11,100)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    39,609 miles
    Test number
    338148751482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,509 miles (+2,202)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    28,509 miles
    Test number
    160233560208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass26,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    26,307 miles
    Test number
    694683169378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 NFT

Does LB56 NFT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 NFT is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB56 NFT?
The MOT on LB56 NFT is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 NFT done?
LB56 NFT was recorded at 110,434 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2025, an average of 5,319 miles a year.
Has LB56 NFT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 NFT has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 NFT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Sept 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB56 NFT find?
LB56 NFT passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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