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Saab 9-5

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,290 cc

LD56 LBYMOT history

LD56 LBY is a black petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 28 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 28 Sept 2025 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 121,968 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Sept 2025
Mileage
121,968 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2024
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,374 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 LBY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 LBY was last recorded at 121,968 miles on 19 Sept 2024, 106 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,862 miles · 5 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
106 miles
Average per year
5,374 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 121,968 miles
  • 2023 – 118,164 miles
  • 2022 – 115,378 miles
  • 2021 – 110,819 miles
  • 2020 – 106,134 miles
  • 2019 – 100,224 miles
  • 2018 – 95,680 miles
  • 2017 – 91,499 miles
  • 2016 – 86,818 miles
  • 2015 – 82,090 miles
  • 2014 – 78,315 miles
  • 2013 – 68,861 miles
  • 2012 – 60,190 miles
  • 2011 – 53,258 miles
  • 2010 – 47,541 miles
  • 2009 – 41,287 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,968 miles
  • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases both silencers corroded. (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damage. (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both, masks fitted. (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle, including components, corroded.Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output masks fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,968 miles (+106)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    121,968 miles
    Test number
    473786090497
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases both silencers corroded. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damage. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both, masks fitted. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle, including components, corroded.
  2. Fail121,862 miles (+3,698)1 dangerous3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,862 miles
    Test number
    721635645115
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated worn. (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases both silencers corroded. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damage. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both, masks fitted. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle, including components, corroded.
  3. Pass118,164 miles (+49)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    118,164 miles
    Test number
    602525423629
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer corroded. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damage. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output masks fitted. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle, including components, corroded.
  4. Fail118,115 miles (+2,737)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,115 miles
    Test number
    609377879301
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended jammed. (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer corroded. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damage. (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output masks fitted. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle, including components, corroded.
  5. Pass115,378 miles (+4,559)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    115,378 miles
    Test number
    294760406592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass110,819 miles (+4,685)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    110,819 miles
    Test number
    483765692109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass106,134 miles (+5,910)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    106,134 miles
    Test number
    743194127420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass100,224 miles (+4,544)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    100,224 miles
    Test number
    590985823223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass95,680 miles (+4,181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    95,680 miles
    Test number
    798845134687
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass91,499 miles (+4,681)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    91,499 miles
    Test number
    390985522654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,818 miles (+4,728)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    86,818 miles
    Test number
    575353038645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,090 miles (+3,775)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    82,090 miles
    Test number
    733343418181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,315 miles (+9,454)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    78,315 miles
    Test number
    285075464290
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges
  14. Pass68,861 miles (+159)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    68,861 miles
    Test number
    798706643297
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing slightly on edges
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly wearing uneven inner edge
  15. Fail68,702 miles (+8,512)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,702 miles
    Test number
    968822743214
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing slightly on edges
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly wearing uneven inner edge
  16. Pass60,190 miles (+6,932)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    60,190 miles
    Test number
    467130772276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,258 miles (+5,717)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    53,258 miles
    Test number
    716260071222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,541 miles (+6,254)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    47,541 miles
    Test number
    400844940254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    41,287 miles
    Test number
    461897959240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD56 LBY

Does LD56 LBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD56 LBY expired on 28 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD56 LBY?
The MOT on LD56 LBY expired on 28 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD56 LBY done?
LD56 LBY was recorded at 121,968 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2024, an average of 5,374 miles a year.
Has LD56 LBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 LBY has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LD56 LBY 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 LD56 LBY find?
LD56 LBY passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2024 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: steering lock not functioning; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases both silencers corroded., and 6 more.

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