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Saab 9-5

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,985 cc

LC05 DFUMOT history

LC05 DFU is a grey petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 27 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 86,239 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
86,239 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,346 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC05 DFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
27 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC05 DFU was last recorded at 86,239 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,237 miles · 26 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,346 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,239 miles
  • 2025 – 84,918 miles
  • 2024 – 82,065 miles
  • 2023 – 78,692 miles
  • 2022 – 76,356 miles
  • 2021 – 75,317 miles
  • 2020 – 75,077 miles
  • 2019 – 71,008 miles
  • 2018 – 66,683 miles
  • 2017 – 62,435 miles
  • 2016 – 58,337 miles
  • 2015 – 54,720 miles
  • 2014 – 50,849 miles
  • 2013 – 46,532 miles
  • 2012 – 40,674 miles
  • 2011 – 37,589 miles
  • 2010 – 32,761 miles
  • 2009 – 29,600 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,239 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass86,239 miles (+2)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    86,239 miles
    Test number
    767511132348
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail86,237 miles (+1,319)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,237 miles
    Test number
    388458433244
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass84,918 miles (+2,853)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    84,918 miles
    Test number
    321938748593
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light not working

  4. Pass82,065 miles (+3,373)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    82,065 miles
    Test number
    976937551761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass78,692 miles (+2,336)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    78,692 miles
    Test number
    923268712916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass76,356 miles (+1,039)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    76,356 miles
    Test number
    542092047988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,317 miles (+240)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    75,317 miles
    Test number
    168975255291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass75,077 miles (+4,069)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    75,077 miles
    Test number
    946176851920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass71,008 miles (+4,325)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    71,008 miles
    Test number
    302144250957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,683 miles (+4,248)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    66,683 miles
    Test number
    888690176953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,435 miles (+4,098)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    62,435 miles
    Test number
    525687055883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,337 miles (+3,617)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    58,337 miles
    Test number
    713818551324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,720 miles (+3,871)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    54,720 miles
    Test number
    805285085074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,849 miles (+4,317)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    50,849 miles
    Test number
    508876384018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,532 miles (+5,858)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    46,532 miles
    Test number
    828757883017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail40,674 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,674 miles
    Test number
    135668182439
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass40,674 miles (+3,085)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    40,674 miles
    Test number
    355858282055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail37,589 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,589 miles
    Test number
    217968381083
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass37,589 miles (+4,828)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    37,589 miles
    Test number
    918308581090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail32,761 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,761 miles
    Test number
    102078080002
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  21. Pass32,761 miles (+3,161)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    32,761 miles
    Test number
    893888480022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    29,600 miles
    Test number
    104304889089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC05 DFU

Does LC05 DFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC05 DFU is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC05 DFU?
The MOT on LC05 DFU is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC05 DFU done?
LC05 DFU was recorded at 86,239 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 3,346 miles a year.
Has LC05 DFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC05 DFU has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LC05 DFU 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 DFU find?
LC05 DFU passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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