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Saab 9-5

Green · Petrol · 2003 · 2,290 cc

LD53 RXGMOT history

LD53 RXG is a green petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 16 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 132,038 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
132,038 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,359 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 RXG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 RXG was last recorded at 132,038 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 6,111 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,927 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,111 miles
Average per year
5,359 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,038 miles
  • 2025 – 125,927 miles
  • 2024 – 122,862 miles
  • 2023 – 118,885 miles
  • 2022 – 118,214 miles
  • 2021 – 118,214 miles
  • 2020 – 117,878 miles
  • 2019 – 115,933 miles
  • 2018 – 113,568 miles
  • 2017 – 110,259 miles
  • 2016 – 105,713 miles
  • 2015 – 102,647 miles
  • 2014 – 99,230 miles
  • 2013 – 88,628 miles
  • 2012 – 80,143 miles
  • 2011 – 71,360 miles
  • 2010 – 61,034 miles
  • 2009 – 51,822 miles
  • 2008 – 43,934 miles
  • 2007 – 34,654 miles
  • 2006 – 27,749 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,038 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Steering lock not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 5 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,038 miles (+6,111)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    132,038 miles
    Test number
    920133523349
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  2. Pass125,927 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    125,927 miles
    Test number
    750013305709
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  3. Fail125,927 miles (+3,065)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,927 miles
    Test number
    299309503264
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  4. Pass122,862 miles (+3,977)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    122,862 miles
    Test number
    734855582744
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass118,885 miles (+671)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    118,885 miles
    Test number
    639441317297
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass118,214 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    118,214 miles
    Test number
    535800360451
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both side (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm replaced with 2nd part
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear under body protected with thick under sealant
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted obscuring sills/ both side

  7. Fail118,214 miles3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,214 miles
    Test number
    661198791059
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both side (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear under body protected with thick under sealant
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted obscuring sills/ both side

  8. Fail118,214 miles (+336)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,214 miles
    Test number
    581200432117
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted obscuring sills
    • AdvisorySub-frames corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion present

  9. Pass117,878 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    117,878 miles
    Test number
    145110130334
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion present

  10. Fail117,877 miles (+1,944)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,877 miles
    Test number
    749750210584
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect need refurbishment (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion present

  11. Pass115,933 miles (+2,365)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    115,933 miles
    Test number
    170084695509
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter Sill covers fitted limiting inspection.
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NSR and OSR outer sill areas. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass113,568 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    113,568 miles
    Test number
    292977490825
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail113,568 miles (+3,309)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,568 miles
    Test number
    586675287138
    • Repaired at testFuel pipe union leaking At fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass110,259 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    110,259 miles
    Test number
    451540494279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail110,258 miles (+4,545)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,258 miles
    Test number
    355832533041
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass105,713 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    105,713 miles
    Test number
    245509745238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail105,711 miles (+3,064)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,711 miles
    Test number
    895967924375
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner side wall split. (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass102,647 miles (+3,417)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    102,647 miles
    Test number
    771015528866
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre perished and splitting, replacement strongly advised.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer very rusty and weak.

  19. Pass99,230 miles (+10,602)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    99,230 miles
    Test number
    336632434385
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  20. Pass88,628 miles (+8,485)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    88,628 miles
    Test number
    909956223397
    • NoteEXHAUST IN POOR CONDITION

  21. Pass80,143 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    80,143 miles
    Test number
    376034662207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail80,143 miles (+8,783)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,143 miles
    Test number
    559434262237
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass71,360 miles (+10,326)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    71,360 miles
    Test number
    507864061229
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass61,034 miles (+9,212)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    61,034 miles
    Test number
    304734560495
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass51,822 miles (+7,888)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    51,822 miles
    Test number
    453741879211
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  26. Pass43,934 miles (+9,280)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    43,934 miles
    Test number
    582111268280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass34,654 miles (+6,905)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    34,654 miles
    Test number
    210103457298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass27,749 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    27,749 miles
    Test number
    833888246299
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Questions about LD53 RXG

Does LD53 RXG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 RXG is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 RXG?
The MOT on LD53 RXG is valid until 24 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 RXG done?
LD53 RXG was recorded at 132,038 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 5,359 miles a year.
Has LD53 RXG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 RXG has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LD53 RXG 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 LD53 RXG find?
LD53 RXG passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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