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Saab 9-5

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,962 cc

LE03 PTUMOT history

LE03 PTU is a silver petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 7 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 23 Nov 2023 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 132,560 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Nov 2023
Mileage
132,560 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2022
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,726 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 PTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,962 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 PTU was last recorded at 132,560 miles on 31 Oct 2022, 1,337 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Oct 2015: 101,468 miles, lower than 935,654 miles on 29 Oct 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
131,223 miles · 19 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
1,337 miles
Average per year
6,726 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 132,560 miles
  • 2021 – 131,223 miles
  • 2020 – 129,124 miles
  • 2019 – 127,172 miles
  • 2018 – 123,253 miles
  • 2017 – 116,882 miles
  • 2016 – 107,725 miles
  • 2015 – 101,468 miles
  • 2014 – 935,654 miles
  • 2013 – 83,533 miles
  • 2012 – 73,244 miles
  • 2011 – 65,294 miles
  • 2010 – 54,078 miles
  • 2009 – 46,073 miles
  • 2008 – 39,094 miles
  • 2007 – 32,993 miles
  • 2006 – 21,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,560 miles
  • AdvisoryBoot floor in poor condition
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust in poor condition
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Casing damaged but still operational

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint before central silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,560 miles (+1,337)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    132,560 miles
    Test number
    940642689314
    • AdvisoryBoot floor in poor condition
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust in poor condition
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass131,223 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    131,223 miles
    Test number
    574115633728
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Casing damaged but still operational (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint before central silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  3. Fail131,223 miles (+2,099)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,223 miles
    Test number
    741648656027
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor pan has large hole (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Casing damaged but still operational (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint before central silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  4. Pass129,124 miles4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    129,124 miles
    Test number
    991360939623
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Fail129,124 miles (+1,952)2 major4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,124 miles
    Test number
    716740359671
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  6. Pass127,172 miles (+3,919)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    127,172 miles
    Test number
    315666398306
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens foggy/advise lens polish (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
  7. Pass123,253 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    123,253 miles
    Test number
    474041280590
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Fail123,253 miles (+6,371)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,253 miles
    Test number
    843430832038
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass116,882 miles (+9,157)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    116,882 miles
    Test number
    730149774318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer bush (2.4.G.2)
  10. Pass107,725 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    107,725 miles
    Test number
    791548967525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail107,679 miles (+6,211)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,679 miles
    Test number
    829747030523
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  12. Pass101,468 miles (-834,186)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    101,468 miles
    Test number
    806880849540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass935,654 miles (+842,096)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    935,654 miles
    Test number
    815292904321
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  14. Fail93,558 miles (+10,025)1 failure2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,558 miles
    Test number
    825030204376
    • FailureSteering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  15. Pass83,533 miles (+10,289)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    83,533 miles
    Test number
    476469713306
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass73,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    73,244 miles
    Test number
    175813802304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail73,244 miles (+7,950)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,244 miles
    Test number
    238813102374
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  18. Pass65,294 miles (+11,216)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    65,294 miles
    Test number
    685326321316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,078 miles (+1,520)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    54,078 miles
    Test number
    104588120357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,558 miles (+6,485)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    52,558 miles
    Test number
    973304750145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,073 miles (+6,979)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    46,073 miles
    Test number
    230704359182
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  22. Pass39,094 miles (+6,101)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    39,094 miles
    Test number
    412464158113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    32,993 miles
    Test number
    374606657163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail32,993 miles (+11,154)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,993 miles
    Test number
    610796857186
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  25. Pass21,839 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2007
    Odometer
    21,839 miles
    Test number
    582598936193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail21,836 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,836 miles
    Test number
    651845936106
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about LE03 PTU

Does LE03 PTU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 PTU expired on 23 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 PTU?
The MOT on LE03 PTU expired on 23 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 PTU done?
LE03 PTU was recorded at 132,560 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2022, an average of 6,726 miles a year.
Has LE03 PTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 PTU has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LE03 PTU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Oct 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LE03 PTU find?
LE03 PTU passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2022 with 11 advisories: boot floor in poor condition; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; central exhaust in poor condition, and 8 more.

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