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Saab 9-5

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 1,910 cc

LB57 MKUMOT history

LB57 MKU is a silver diesel Saab 9-5 first used on 29 Nov 2007. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 95,026 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
95,026 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,484 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 MKU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
29 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 MKU was last recorded at 95,026 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 9,224 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,802 miles · 5 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
9,224 miles
Average per year
4,484 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,026 miles
  • 2024 – 85,802 miles
  • 2023 – 72,662 miles
  • 2022 – 65,593 miles
  • 2021 – 64,216 miles
  • 2020 – 62,539 miles
  • 2019 – 59,770 miles
  • 2018 – 59,702 miles
  • 2017 – 56,247 miles
  • 2016 – 53,049 miles
  • 2015 – 50,958 miles
  • 2014 – 48,109 miles
  • 2013 – 42,749 miles
  • 2012 – 39,598 miles
  • 2011 – 37,521 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,026 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryEngine oil level just below maximum mark
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,026 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    95,026 miles
    Test number
    525130204305
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level just below maximum mark
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail95,026 miles (+9,224)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,026 miles
    Test number
    186858474605
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level just below maximum mark
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass85,802 miles (+13,140)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    85,802 miles
    Test number
    558683965913
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass72,662 miles (+635)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    72,662 miles
    Test number
    112934405351
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail72,027 miles (+6,434)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,027 miles
    Test number
    153896513436
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split at the end (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass65,593 miles (+1,377)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    65,593 miles
    Test number
    669846976434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass64,216 miles (+834)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    64,216 miles
    Test number
    920178649688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass63,382 miles (+843)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    63,382 miles
    Test number
    691223524439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass62,539 miles (+2,769)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    62,539 miles
    Test number
    203880472264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass59,770 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    59,770 miles
    Test number
    201234332192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail59,702 miles (+3,455)2 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,702 miles
    Test number
    554277810193
    • MajorOffside Power steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass56,247 miles (+3,198)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    56,247 miles
    Test number
    341696832479
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass53,049 miles (+2,091)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    53,049 miles
    Test number
    402346828443
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn heavy on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn heavy on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAdvise hand brake shoe adjustment

  14. Pass50,958 miles (+2,849)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    50,958 miles
    Test number
    896486191352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,109 miles (+5,360)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    48,109 miles
    Test number
    467275944329
    • 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)

  16. Pass42,749 miles (+3,151)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    42,749 miles
    Test number
    249719433378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,598 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    39,598 miles
    Test number
    568325642355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail39,598 miles (+2,077)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,598 miles
    Test number
    948575442381
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass37,521 miles (+9,360)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    37,521 miles
    Test number
    698449441395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    28,161 miles
    Test number
    188404101423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 MKU

Does LB57 MKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 MKU is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB57 MKU?
The MOT on LB57 MKU is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 MKU done?
LB57 MKU was recorded at 95,026 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 4,484 miles a year.
Has LB57 MKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 MKU has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB57 MKU 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 LB57 MKU find?
LB57 MKU passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: engine oil level just below maximum mark; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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