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Saab 9-5

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,990 cc

LE04 UBTMOT history

LE04 UBT is a grey petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 27 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 23 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 78,704 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Dec 2026
Mileage
78,704 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,776 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE04 UBT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
27 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE04 UBT was last recorded at 78,704 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 619 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,085 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
619 miles
Average per year
2,776 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 78,704 miles
  • 2024 – 78,085 miles
  • 2023 – 76,817 miles
  • 2022 – 75,502 miles
  • 2021 – 74,292 miles
  • 2020 – 73,942 miles
  • 2019 – 73,320 miles
  • 2018 – 71,120 miles
  • 2017 – 69,637 miles
  • 2016 – 67,391 miles
  • 2015 – 64,508 miles
  • 2014 – 61,648 miles
  • 2013 – 58,598 miles
  • 2012 – 56,201 miles
  • 2011 – 52,391 miles
  • 2010 – 48,709 miles
  • 2009 – 43,641 miles
  • 2008 – 36,460 miles
  • 2007 – 27,903 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,704 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring is corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,704 miles (+619)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    78,704 miles
    Test number
    988082007905
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass78,085 miles (+1,268)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    78,085 miles
    Test number
    333511794750
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass76,817 miles (+1)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    76,817 miles
    Test number
    979450452681
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring is corroded
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail76,816 miles (+1,314)3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,816 miles
    Test number
    294757106498
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring is corroded
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass75,502 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    75,502 miles
    Test number
    135221836748
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail75,501 miles (+1,209)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,501 miles
    Test number
    131323281822
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass74,292 miles (+350)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    74,292 miles
    Test number
    626981548234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass73,942 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    73,942 miles
    Test number
    253134674401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail73,942 miles (+622)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,942 miles
    Test number
    194872308301
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass73,320 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    73,320 miles
    Test number
    409323986648
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose rear silencer clamp (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords ON OUTER EDGE OF TREAD, ALSO WORN THIN ON EDGES OF TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail73,320 miles (+2,200)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,320 miles
    Test number
    863372066180
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose rear silencer clamp (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords ON OUTER EDGE OF TREAD, ALSO WORN THIN ON EDGES OF TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass71,120 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    71,120 miles
    Test number
    249346470366
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  13. Fail71,119 miles (+1,482)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,119 miles
    Test number
    986502559456
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  14. Pass69,637 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    69,637 miles
    Test number
    252602729838
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear on offside floor (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlight lenses deteriorating

  15. Fail69,635 miles (+2,244)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,635 miles
    Test number
    227166554569
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear on offside floor (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlight lenses deteriorating

  16. Pass67,391 miles (+2,883)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    67,391 miles
    Test number
    329992274454
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear along drivers floor (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass64,508 miles (+2,860)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    64,508 miles
    Test number
    203406881585
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Pass61,648 miles (+3,050)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    61,648 miles
    Test number
    219631754271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear tyres perishing

  19. Pass58,598 miles (+2,397)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    58,598 miles
    Test number
    327879043490
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear tyres starting to wear unevenly
    • NoteWiper blades deteriorating

  20. Pass56,201 miles (+3,810)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    56,201 miles
    Test number
    385823442214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,391 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    52,391 miles
    Test number
    218488741269
    • NoteRear tyres starting to wear and perish

  22. Fail52,391 miles (+3,682)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,391 miles
    Test number
    395838141420
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteRear tyres starting to wear and perish

  23. Pass48,709 miles (+5,068)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    48,709 miles
    Test number
    454006340255
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear tyres starting to show uneven wear

  24. Pass43,641 miles (+7,181)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    43,641 miles
    Test number
    834588839246
    • DangerousNail in front tyre
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  25. Pass36,460 miles (+8,557)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    36,460 miles
    Test number
    700378848209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,903 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    27,903 miles
    Test number
    403391547224
    • NoteNearside rear tyre starting to split on outer wall

  27. Fail27,903 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,903 miles
    Test number
    941881547276
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre starting to split on outer wall

Questions about LE04 UBT

Does LE04 UBT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE04 UBT is valid until 23 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LE04 UBT?
The MOT on LE04 UBT is valid until 23 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE04 UBT done?
LE04 UBT was recorded at 78,704 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 2,776 miles a year.
Has LE04 UBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE04 UBT has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LE04 UBT 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 LE04 UBT find?
LE04 UBT passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with 9 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 6 more.

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