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Saab 9-5

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,990 cc

LE04 UELMOT history

LE04 UEL is a silver petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 4 Aug 2004. Its MOT is valid until 8 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 81,730 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Aug 2027
Mileage
81,730 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,773 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE04 UEL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
4 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE04 UEL was last recorded at 81,730 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 1,796 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,934 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,796 miles
Average per year
2,773 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,730 miles
  • 2025 – 79,934 miles
  • 2024 – 78,158 miles
  • 2023 – 76,535 miles
  • 2022 – 75,445 miles
  • 2021 – 73,520 miles
  • 2020 – 72,263 miles
  • 2019 – 70,197 miles
  • 2018 – 68,150 miles
  • 2017 – 66,591 miles
  • 2016 – 64,249 miles
  • 2015 – 62,093 miles
  • 2014 – 59,645 miles
  • 2013 – 56,746 miles
  • 2012 – 53,929 miles
  • 2011 – 50,470 miles
  • 2010 – 46,155 miles
  • 2009 – 41,584 miles
  • 2008 – 36,195 miles
  • 2007 – 28,955 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,730 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass81,730 miles (+1,796)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    81,730 miles
    Test number
    356436460432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass79,934 miles (+1,776)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    79,934 miles
    Test number
    872296563983
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass78,158 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    78,158 miles
    Test number
    631514282493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail78,144 miles (+1,609)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,144 miles
    Test number
    320606017847
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link boot split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended indicator not working (4.10 (c) (i))

  5. Pass76,535 miles (+1,090)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    76,535 miles
    Test number
    151264036707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass75,445 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    75,445 miles
    Test number
    785461620188
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush perished (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Fail75,441 miles (+1,921)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,441 miles
    Test number
    517962030140
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases two sections gas leak (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn drop link boot split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush perished (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass73,520 miles (+1,257)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2022
    Odometer
    73,520 miles
    Test number
    140664761791
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass72,263 miles (+2,066)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2021
    Odometer
    72,263 miles
    Test number
    841873179822
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wear on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass70,197 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2020
    Odometer
    70,197 miles
    Test number
    995265665658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail70,137 miles (+1,987)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,137 miles
    Test number
    786648136036
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass68,150 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    68,150 miles
    Test number
    903725265078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn on edges and perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake cable return spring missing but still operating correctly
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail68,150 miles (+1,559)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,150 miles
    Test number
    796967810294
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn on edges and perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake cable return spring missing but still operating correctly
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass66,591 miles (+2,342)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    66,591 miles
    Test number
    537080356250
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r handbrake lever return spring missing
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn inner edge and slightly perished
    • AdvisoryO/s/f front tyre valve slightly perished
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre nearing wear indicators and worn on edges
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre slightly perished

  15. Pass64,249 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    64,249 miles
    Test number
    851866927769
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust heat shield partially insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn low on outer tred and cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake lever return spring missing but lever still functioning ok
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear inner brake pads slightly worn

  16. Fail64,249 miles (+2,156)4 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,249 miles
    Test number
    696541986330
    • Repaired at testMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust heat shield partially insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn low on outer tred and cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake lever return spring missing but lever still functioning ok
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear inner brake pads slightly worn

  17. Pass62,093 miles (+2,448)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    62,093 miles
    Test number
    619689825145
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryTowbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre slight wear to outer edge and cracking between tred on edges
    • NoteOffside rear park brake lever return spring missing but is still operating ok
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer deteriorated

  18. Pass59,645 miles (+2,899)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    59,645 miles
    Test number
    856934344107
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer slightly deteriated

  19. Pass56,746 miles (+2,817)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    56,746 miles
    Test number
    155509093182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,929 miles (+3,459)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    53,929 miles
    Test number
    375027102258
    • NoteAdvise the offside front tyre is worn on the inner and outer edges

  21. Pass50,470 miles (+4,315)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    50,470 miles
    Test number
    945534711289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,155 miles (+4,571)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    46,155 miles
    Test number
    842118220231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,584 miles (+5,389)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    41,584 miles
    Test number
    350504429286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,195 miles (+7,240)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    36,195 miles
    Test number
    513726228275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,955 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    28,955 miles
    Test number
    774068807265
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LE04 UEL

Does LE04 UEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE04 UEL is valid until 8 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE04 UEL?
The MOT on LE04 UEL is valid until 8 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE04 UEL done?
LE04 UEL was recorded at 81,730 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 2,773 miles a year.
Has LE04 UEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE04 UEL has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LE04 UEL 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 UEL find?
LE04 UEL passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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