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Saab 9-5

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,170 cc

LC05 DFAMOT history

LC05 DFA is a grey diesel Saab 9-5 first used on 20 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 124,780 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
124,780 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,274 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC05 DFA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,170 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC05 DFA was last recorded at 124,780 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 3,089 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,691 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,089 miles
Average per year
5,274 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,780 miles
  • 2025 – 121,691 miles
  • 2024 – 119,258 miles
  • 2023 – 116,977 miles
  • 2022 – 115,229 miles
  • 2021 – 113,077 miles
  • 2020 – 109,936 miles
  • 2019 – 106,794 miles
  • 2018 – 102,445 miles
  • 2017 – 99,275 miles
  • 2016 – 95,414 miles
  • 2015 – 90,788 miles
  • 2014 – 86,043 miles
  • 2013 – 81,594 miles
  • 2012 – 76,397 miles
  • 2011 – 70,953 miles
  • 2010 – 63,507 miles
  • 2009 – 55,547 miles
  • 2008 – 53,196 miles
  • 2006 – 19,066 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,780 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust system is corroded

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 has slight corrosion to ferrule Offside front and all rear.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Outer sills not checked because sill covers fitted.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust system corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,780 miles (+3,089)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    124,780 miles
    Test number
    499508913602
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system is corroded

  2. Pass121,691 miles (+7)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    121,691 miles
    Test number
    329418299164
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  3. Fail121,684 miles (+2,426)3 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,684 miles
    Test number
    223324126544
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on the edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on the outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  4. Pass119,258 miles2 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    119,258 miles
    Test number
    723381722694
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Minor. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Offside front and all rear. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower arms. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMIL lamp on.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp lens damaged.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper and lower arms. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and crack, outer edge wear. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Rear subframe front mounting. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front and offside rear tyres outer edge wear.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper and lower arms. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills not checked because sill covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both rear shock absorbers lower bushes deteriorated. (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail119,258 miles (+2,281)1 repaired2 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,258 miles
    Test number
    305900730360
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Minor. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Offside front and all rear. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower arms. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMIL lamp on.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp lens damaged.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper and lower arms. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and crack, outer edge wear. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Rear subframe front mounting. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front and offside rear tyres outer edge wear.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper and lower arms. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills not checked because sill covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both rear shock absorbers lower bushes deteriorated. (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass116,977 miles (+38)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    116,977 miles
    Test number
    670435282122
    • AdvisoryBoth rear and nearside front tyres outer edge wear.
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Offside front and all rear. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front bottom arms. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp lamp lens damaged.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Top and bottom arms. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Top and bottom arms. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills not checked because sill covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear shock absorbers corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer deteriorated.
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail116,939 miles (+1,710)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,939 miles
    Test number
    422243122062
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear and nearside front tyres outer edge wear.
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Offside front and all rear. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front bottom arms. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp lamp lens damaged.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Top and bottom arms. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Top and bottom arms. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills not checked because sill covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear shock absorbers corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer deteriorated.
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass115,229 miles (+2,152)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    115,229 miles
    Test number
    561701727110
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass113,077 miles (+3,141)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    113,077 miles
    Test number
    402229349940
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust in poor condition.

  10. Pass109,936 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    109,936 miles
    Test number
    650452075248
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both rear.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Park brake return spring insecure.

  11. Fail109,924 miles (+3,130)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,924 miles
    Test number
    574802339771
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both rear.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Park brake return spring insecure.

  12. Pass106,794 miles (+4,349)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    106,794 miles
    Test number
    231432545504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass102,445 miles (+3,170)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    102,445 miles
    Test number
    155480138036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass99,275 miles (+3,861)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    99,275 miles
    Test number
    338773525454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass95,414 miles (+4,626)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    95,414 miles
    Test number
    135715308535
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to Nearside rear seat
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.72mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin corroded

  16. Pass90,788 miles (+4,745)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    90,788 miles
    Test number
    778007995123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass86,043 miles (+4,449)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    86,043 miles
    Test number
    116097794110
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass81,594 miles (+5,197)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    81,594 miles
    Test number
    238419393183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass76,397 miles (+5,444)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    76,397 miles
    Test number
    829499422276
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass70,953 miles (+7,446)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    70,953 miles
    Test number
    269866901270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass63,507 miles (+7,960)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    63,507 miles
    Test number
    891973690152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,547 miles (+2,351)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    55,547 miles
    Test number
    410359569176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,196 miles (+34,130)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    53,196 miles
    Test number
    671460598136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass19,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    19,066 miles
    Test number
    694143116218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC05 DFA

Does LC05 DFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC05 DFA is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC05 DFA?
The MOT on LC05 DFA is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC05 DFA done?
LC05 DFA was recorded at 124,780 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 5,274 miles a year.
Has LC05 DFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC05 DFA has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LC05 DFA 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 LC05 DFA find?
LC05 DFA passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 15 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 12 more.

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