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Saab 9-5

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,290 cc

LD53 ZWVMOT history

LD53 ZWV is a blue petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 29 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 139,189 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Feb 2027
Mileage
139,189 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,403 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 ZWV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 ZWV was last recorded at 139,189 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,184 miles · 12 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
2,403 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,189 miles
  • 2024 – 139,174 miles
  • 2023 – 138,918 miles
  • 2022 – 138,017 miles
  • 2021 – 137,226 miles
  • 2020 – 136,544 miles
  • 2019 – 131,783 miles
  • 2018 – 128,342 miles
  • 2017 – 125,241 miles
  • 2016 – 122,139 miles
  • 2015 – 119,454 miles
  • 2014 – 116,045 miles
  • 2013 – 111,575 miles
  • 2012 – 108,890 miles
  • 2011 – 104,081 miles
  • 2010 – 101,369 miles
  • 2009 – 98,160 miles
  • 2007 – 95,383 miles
  • 2006 – 93,057 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,189 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust system weak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp insecure

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,189 miles (+5)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    139,189 miles
    Test number
    171854943983
    • MinorNearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail139,184 miles (+10)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,184 miles
    Test number
    625156211919
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail139,174 miles (+256)2 dangerous4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,174 miles
    Test number
    286610951086
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryAll four brake discs slightly pitted
    • AdvisoryAll four coil springs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system weak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion throughout underneath of vehicle

  4. Pass138,918 miles (+9)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    138,918 miles
    Test number
    724462399956
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system weak

  5. Fail138,909 miles (+892)4 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,909 miles
    Test number
    759724749585
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system weak

  6. Pass138,017 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    138,017 miles
    Test number
    664273491303
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front wing damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside rear lamp damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail138,017 miles (+791)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,017 miles
    Test number
    241618487087
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front wing damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside rear lamp damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass137,226 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    137,226 miles
    Test number
    135719666714
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Light unit/corner damage.
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  9. Fail137,206 miles (+662)9 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,206 miles
    Test number
    229855517350
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged (1.6 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  10. Pass136,544 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    136,544 miles
    Test number
    481057594458
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Fail136,544 miles (+4,761)3 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,544 miles
    Test number
    916924833227
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass131,783 miles (+3,441)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    131,783 miles
    Test number
    741106330122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass128,342 miles (+3,101)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    128,342 miles
    Test number
    894876576857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass125,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    125,241 miles
    Test number
    731274276456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail125,236 miles (+3,097)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,236 miles
    Test number
    410220822902
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass122,139 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    122,139 miles
    Test number
    460997643392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail122,134 miles (+2,680)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,134 miles
    Test number
    580551402279
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass119,454 miles (+3,409)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    119,454 miles
    Test number
    465458315179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  19. Pass116,045 miles (+4,470)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    116,045 miles
    Test number
    509485184006
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass111,575 miles (+2,685)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    111,575 miles
    Test number
    295008373083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail108,890 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,890 miles
    Test number
    145697582014
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass108,890 miles (+4,809)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    108,890 miles
    Test number
    178757882038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass104,081 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    104,081 miles
    Test number
    325693481052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail104,074 miles (+2,705)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,074 miles
    Test number
    917827071033
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  25. Pass101,369 miles (+3,209)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    101,369 miles
    Test number
    134407460409
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  26. Pass98,160 miles (+2,777)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    98,160 miles
    Test number
    183305069065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass95,383 miles (+2,326)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    95,383 miles
    Test number
    173924537351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass93,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    93,057 miles
    Test number
    224330246323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 ZWV

Does LD53 ZWV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 ZWV is valid until 15 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 ZWV?
The MOT on LD53 ZWV is valid until 15 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 ZWV done?
LD53 ZWV was recorded at 139,189 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 2,403 miles a year.
Has LD53 ZWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 ZWV has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 ZWV 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 ZWV find?
LD53 ZWV passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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