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Saab 9-5

Green · Petrol · 2004 · 1,990 cc

LE04 UBXMOT history

LE04 UBX is a green petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 4 Aug 2004. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 197,018 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
197,018 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,149 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE04 UBX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
4 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE04 UBX was last recorded at 197,018 miles on 21 Mar 2026, 15,116 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,902 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
15,116 miles
Average per year
8,149 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 197,018 miles
  • 2025 – 181,902 miles
  • 2024 – 170,399 miles
  • 2023 – 157,195 miles
  • 2022 – 143,145 miles
  • 2021 – 131,963 miles
  • 2020 – 120,899 miles
  • 2019 – 112,680 miles
  • 2018 – 110,576 miles
  • 2017 – 102,571 miles
  • 2016 – 96,054 miles
  • 2015 – 94,490 miles
  • 2014 – 92,021 miles
  • 2013 – 89,542 miles
  • 2012 – 86,991 miles
  • 2011 – 83,101 miles
  • 2010 – 70,795 miles
  • 2009 – 56,823 miles
  • 2008 – 51,885 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,018 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,018 miles (+15,116)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    197,018 miles
    Test number
    691087677717
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass181,902 miles (+105)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    181,902 miles
    Test number
    973720832498
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail181,797 miles (+11,398)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,797 miles
    Test number
    604787430340
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass170,399 miles (+13,204)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    170,399 miles
    Test number
    917471335280
    • 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))

  5. Pass157,195 miles (+14,050)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    157,195 miles
    Test number
    690465473941
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass143,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    143,145 miles
    Test number
    201511752952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail143,145 miles (+11,182)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,145 miles
    Test number
    210367408689
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  8. Pass131,963 miles (+11,064)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    131,963 miles
    Test number
    124977567219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass120,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    120,899 miles
    Test number
    937402085154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail120,899 miles (+8,219)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,899 miles
    Test number
    937555557597
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  11. Pass112,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    112,680 miles
    Test number
    702416549736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail112,680 miles (+2,104)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,680 miles
    Test number
    522992077379
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass110,576 miles (+8,005)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    110,576 miles
    Test number
    927632246924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass102,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    102,571 miles
    Test number
    104450693071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail102,571 miles (+6,517)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,571 miles
    Test number
    571208237731
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass96,054 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    96,054 miles
    Test number
    973660003664
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail96,054 miles (+1,564)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,054 miles
    Test number
    534027541731
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass94,490 miles (+2,469)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    94,490 miles
    Test number
    795277645057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass92,021 miles (+2,479)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    92,021 miles
    Test number
    947859554048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass89,542 miles (+2,551)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    89,542 miles
    Test number
    996528753057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass86,991 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    86,991 miles
    Test number
    265139252058
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail86,991 miles (+3,890)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,991 miles
    Test number
    286339652086
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass83,101 miles (+12,306)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    83,101 miles
    Test number
    868707451099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass70,795 miles (+84)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    70,795 miles
    Test number
    182951060068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail70,711 miles (+13,888)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,711 miles
    Test number
    240607350085
    • FailureOffside Front 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 (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  26. Pass56,823 miles (+4,938)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    56,823 miles
    Test number
    871589259088
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Pass51,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    51,885 miles
    Test number
    603990158160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE04 UBX

Does LE04 UBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE04 UBX is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE04 UBX?
The MOT on LE04 UBX is valid until 20 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE04 UBX done?
LE04 UBX was recorded at 197,018 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2026, an average of 8,149 miles a year.
Has LE04 UBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE04 UBX has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LE04 UBX 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 UBX find?
LE04 UBX passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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