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Saab 9-5

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 2,290 cc

LE06 BYWMOT history

LE06 BYW is a silver petrol Saab 9-5 first used on 2 Aug 2006. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 158,835 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
158,835 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,308 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE06 BYW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Saab
Model
9-5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,290 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
2 Aug 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE06 BYW was last recorded at 158,835 miles on 20 May 2026, 58 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,777 miles · 11 May 2026
Between the last two tests
58 miles
Average per year
7,308 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,835 miles
  • 2025 – 152,505 miles
  • 2024 – 144,552 miles
  • 2023 – 118,634 miles
  • 2022 – 107,896 miles
  • 2021 – 104,468 miles
  • 2020 – 102,864 miles
  • 2019 – 99,623 miles
  • 2018 – 93,035 miles
  • 2017 – 89,471 miles
  • 2016 – 83,342 miles
  • 2015 – 76,037 miles
  • 2014 – 70,731 miles
  • 2013 – 65,348 miles
  • 2012 – 59,684 miles
  • 2011 – 51,265 miles
  • 2010 – 46,240 miles
  • 2009 – 36,039 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,835 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes and rear pipes both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive main chassis both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arches near/ behind shock absorbers, both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 31 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,835 miles (+58)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    158,835 miles
    Test number
    791197736718
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes and rear pipes both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive main chassis both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arches near/ behind shock absorbers, both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail158,777 miles (+6,272)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,777 miles
    Test number
    896322482637
    • MajorElectrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected negative battery lead (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes and rear pipes both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective rubber missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive main chassis both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arches near/ behind shock absorbers, both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass152,505 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2026
    Odometer
    152,505 miles
    Test number
    415660692027
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail152,505 miles (+7,953)2 dangerous2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,505 miles
    Test number
    345972125886
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass144,552 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    144,552 miles
    Test number
    144465270184
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail144,552 miles (+25,918)2 dangerous1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,552 miles
    Test number
    321023418615
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45 r17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake return spring missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass118,634 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    118,634 miles
    Test number
    799096941134
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sun strip fitted (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement main mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes coated in grease

  8. Fail118,634 miles (+10,738)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,634 miles
    Test number
    224044532644
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sun strip fitted (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement main mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes coated in grease

  9. Pass107,896 miles (+3,428)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    107,896 miles
    Test number
    421533321525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass104,468 miles (+1,604)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    104,468 miles
    Test number
    758116530556
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass102,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2021
    Odometer
    102,864 miles
    Test number
    721879719117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail102,863 miles (+3,240)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,863 miles
    Test number
    538373819915
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  13. Pass99,623 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2020
    Odometer
    99,623 miles
    Test number
    686032312223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail99,623 miles (+6,588)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,623 miles
    Test number
    398593325874
    • MajorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass93,035 miles (+3,564)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    93,035 miles
    Test number
    709285804526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass89,471 miles (+6,129)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    89,471 miles
    Test number
    929134032317
    • AdvisoryParking brake system may need attention
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes covered in grease unable to fully view
    • AdvisoryTrims fitted to outersills

  17. Pass83,342 miles (+7,305)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    83,342 miles
    Test number
    968409576730
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryTrims fitted to outersills

  18. Pass76,037 miles (+5,306)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    76,037 miles
    Test number
    896192315282
    • NoteBrake pipes corroded in places just within limits.
    • NoteEngine oil leaks.
    • NoteN/s/r brake pad very low.

  19. Pass70,731 miles (+5,383)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    70,731 miles
    Test number
    278630804208
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  20. Pass65,348 miles (+5,664)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    65,348 miles
    Test number
    265462613252
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass59,684 miles (+8,419)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    59,684 miles
    Test number
    798535012286
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  22. Pass51,265 miles (+5,025)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    51,265 miles
    Test number
    826717801295
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)

  23. Pass46,240 miles (+10,201)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    46,240 miles
    Test number
    414176210213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,039 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    36,039 miles
    Test number
    253722319264
    • NoteHandbrake travel

Questions about LE06 BYW

Does LE06 BYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE06 BYW is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE06 BYW?
The MOT on LE06 BYW is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE06 BYW done?
LE06 BYW was recorded at 158,835 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 7,308 miles a year.
Has LE06 BYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE06 BYW has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LE06 BYW 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 LE06 BYW find?
LE06 BYW passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes and rear pipes both sides; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi, and 4 more.

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