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Saab 9-5

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,910 cc

LB56 XGXMOT history

LB56 XGX is a black diesel Saab 9-5 first used on 6 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 199,373 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
199,373 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,927 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 XGX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 XGX was last recorded at 199,373 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 3,546 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,827 miles · 7 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,546 miles
Average per year
10,927 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 199,373 miles
  • 2025 – 195,827 miles
  • 2023 – 136,645 miles
  • 2022 – 128,539 miles
  • 2021 – 123,582 miles
  • 2020 – 120,368 miles
  • 2019 – 117,261 miles
  • 2018 – 111,184 miles
  • 2017 – 106,328 miles
  • 2016 – 101,064 miles
  • 2015 – 96,898 miles
  • 2014 – 87,158 miles
  • 2013 – 81,994 miles
  • 2012 – 76,938 miles
  • 2011 – 63,358 miles
  • 2010 – 24,028 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,373 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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,373 miles (+3,546)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    199,373 miles
    Test number
    888955799958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass195,827 miles (+59,182)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    195,827 miles
    Test number
    357556563012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass136,645 miles (+8,106)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    136,645 miles
    Test number
    512768630246
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silincer Layers peeling off
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  4. Pass128,539 miles (+4,957)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    128,539 miles
    Test number
    225310364268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass123,582 miles (+3,214)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    123,582 miles
    Test number
    527307992581
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryDamage to n/s/r wheel arch
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
  6. Pass120,368 miles (+3,107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    120,368 miles
    Test number
    285699513569
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box has some rust (6.1.2 (a))
  7. Pass117,261 miles (+6,077)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    117,261 miles
    Test number
    740157387064
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass111,184 miles (+4,856)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    111,184 miles
    Test number
    699966294813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,328 miles (+5,264)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    106,328 miles
    Test number
    115108721330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass101,064 miles (+4,166)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    101,064 miles
    Test number
    823054241937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,898 miles (+3,794)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    96,898 miles
    Test number
    659615529547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass93,104 miles (+5,946)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    93,104 miles
    Test number
    185405705090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,158 miles (+5,164)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    87,158 miles
    Test number
    316653414089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass81,994 miles (+5,056)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    81,994 miles
    Test number
    547411253053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,938 miles (+98)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    76,938 miles
    Test number
    576884822301
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  16. Pass76,840 miles (+13,482)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    76,840 miles
    Test number
    888539912287
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner and outer edges
  17. Pass63,358 miles (+9,147)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    63,358 miles
    Test number
    108970531208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,211 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    54,211 miles
    Test number
    996002741026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail54,210 miles (+30,182)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,210 miles
    Test number
    638600541070
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
  20. Pass24,028 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    24,028 miles
    Test number
    171357500081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail24,027 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,027 miles
    Test number
    122876400080
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Questions about LB56 XGX

Does LB56 XGX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 XGX is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 XGX?
The MOT on LB56 XGX is valid until 22 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 XGX done?
LB56 XGX was recorded at 199,373 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 10,927 miles a year.
Has LB56 XGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 XGX has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2011.
Has the mileage on LB56 XGX 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 XGX find?
LB56 XGX passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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